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PREFACE. 

Gospel  Hymns  Nos.  i  and  2,  by  P.  P.  Bliss  and  Ira  D.  Sankey; 
Nos.  3,  4,  5,  and  6,  by  Ira  D.  Sankey,  James  McGranahan,  and 
Geo.  C.  Stebbins,  are  now  compiled  in  this  volume  under  the 
title  of 

Gospel  Hymns  Mos.  i  to  6. 

All  duplicate  pieces  have  been  omitted,  and  the  Hymns  re- 
numbered in  consecutive  order  from   i   to  739. 

In  addition  to  the  large  number  of  Gospel  Hymns  and  Sacred 
Songs  in  this  collection,  there  v/ill  also  be  found  over  125  of  the 
most  useful  and  popular  Standard  Hymns  and  Tunes  of  the 
Church. 


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(5o8pel  Ib^mns 

Nos.  1  to  6. 

riie  tunes  for  these  Hymns  will  be  found  in  tine  Music  Editioi 
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ALL  people  that  on  earth  do  dwell, 

Sing  to  the  Lord  with  cheerful  voice: 
Him  serve  with  mirth,  His  praise  forth  tell, 

Come  ye  before  Him  and  rejoice. 
Know  that  the  Lord  is  God  indeed; 

Without  our  aid  He  did  us  make: 
We  are  His  flock.  He  doth  us  feed, 

And  for  His  sheep  He  doth  us  take. 
O  enter  then  His  gates  with  praise, 

Approach  with  joy  His  courts  unto: 
Praise^  laud,  and  bless  His  name  always, 

For  it  is  seemly  so  to  do. 
For  why?  the  Lord  our  God  is  good, 

His  mercy  is  for  ever  sure; 
His  truth  al  all  times  firmly  stood. 

And  shall  fiom  age  to  age  endure. 


DOXOLOGY.     L.  M. 
Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings  flow; 
Praise  Him,  all  creatures  here  below; 
Praise  Him  above,  ye  heavenly  host; 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

3 

GRACE. 
(may  bb  sung  before  and  after  meat.] 

Blessing  Invoked. 
Be  present  at  our  table,  Lord, 
Be  here  and  everywhere  adored; 
These  mercies  bless,  and  grant  that  we 
M'ay  feaat  in  Paradise  with  Thee. 


Thanks  Returned. 
We  thank  Thee,  Lord,  for  this  our  food, 
For  life,  and  health,  and  every  good: 
Let  manna  to  our  souls  be  given, — 
The  Bread  ofiLife  sent  down  from  heaven. 


'Tis  the  promise  of  God,  full  salvation  to  give 
Unto  him  who  on  Jesus,  His  Son,  will  believe. 
11: Hallelujah,  'tis  done!    I  believe  on  the  Son ; 
I  am  saved  by  the  blood  of  the  crucified  One.  :I| 


Tho'  the  pathway  be  lonely,  and  dangerotii 

too, 
Surely  Jesus  is  able  to  carry  me  through. 

Many   loved  ones   have   I  in   yon    heavenly 

throng,  [song: 

They  are  safe  now  in  glory,  and  this  is  their 

Little  children  I  see  standing  close  by  their 

King,  [sing: 

A  nd  He  smiles  as  their  song  of  salvation  they 

There  are  prophets  and  kings  in  that  throng 

I  behold. 
And  they  sing  as  thev  march  through  the 

streets  of  pure  gold.: 

There's  a  part  in  that  chorus  for  you  and  fa 

me, 
And  the  theme  of  our  praises  forever  will  be 

6 

Safe  in  the  arms  of  Jesus, 

Safe  on  His  gentle  breast, 
There  by  His  love  o'ershaded, 

Sweetly  my  soul  shall  rest. 
Hark!  'tis  the  voice  of  angels. 

Borne  in  a  son»  to  me, 
Over  the  fields  of  glory, 

Over  the  jasper  sea. 

Safe  in  the  arms  of  Jesus, 
Safe  on  His  gentle  breast, 

There  by  His  love  o'ershaded, 
Sweetly  my  soul  shall  rest. 

Safe  in  the  arms  of  Jesus, 

Safe  from  corroding  care. 
Safe  from  the  world's  temptatioiM, 

Sin  can  not  harm  me  there. 
Free  from  the  blight  of  sorrow, 

Free  from  my  doubts  and  fears; 
Only  a  few  more  trials,) 

Only  a  few  more  tears! 

Jesus,  my  heart's  dpar  refuge, 

Jesus  nas  died  for  me* 
Firm  on  the  Rock  of  Ages| 

Ever  my  trust  shall  be.  t 
Here  let  me  wait  with  patience^ 

Wait  till  the  night  is  o'er; 
Wait  till  I  see  the  morning 

Break  on  the  golden  shore. 

3 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


In  some  way  or  other  the  Lord  will  provid*; 
It  may  not  be  my  way, 
It  may  not  be  thy  way; 
And  yet,  in  His  own  way, 
**The  Lord  will  provide." 
Then  we'll  trust  in  the  Lord, 
And  He  will  provide  ; 
Yes,  we'll  trust  in  the  Lord, 
And  He  will  provide. 
At  some  time  or  other  the  Lord  will  provide; 
It  may  not  be  my  time, 
It  may  not  be  thy  time; 
And  yet,  in  His  own  time, 
♦'The  Lord  will  provide." 
Despond  then  no  longer:  th    Lord  will  pro- 
And  this  be  the  token —  [vide; 

No  word  He  hath  spoken 
Was  ever  yet  broken: 
"The  Lord  will  provide." 
March  on  then   right  boldly;    the  sea  shall 
divide: 

The  pathway  made  glorious, 
"With  shoutings  victorious, 
We'll  join  in  the  chorus, 
"The  Lord  will  provide." 

8 

Wand'rino  afar  from  the  dwellings  of  men, 
Hear  the  sad  cry  of  the  lepers — the  ten; 
*' Jesus,  have  mercy!"  brings  healing  divine; 
One  came  to  worship,  but  where  are  tne  nine? 
II -.Where  are  the  nine?  :II 

Were  there  not  ten  cleansed? 

Where  are  the  nine? 
Loudly  the  stranger  sang  praise  to  the  Lord, 
Knowing  the  cure  had  been  wrought  by  His 
Gratefully  owning  the  Healer  Divine;   [word, 
Jesus  says  tenderly,  "  Where  are  the  nine?" 
*' Who  is  this  Nazarene?"  Pharisees  say; 
"  Is  He  the  Christ?  tell  us  plainly^  we  pray." 
Multitudes  follow  him  seeking  a  sign,    [nine? 
■Show  them  His  mighty  works— where  are  the 
Jesus  on  trial  to-day  we  can  see, 
Thousands  deridingly  ask,  "  Who  is  He?" 
How  thev're  rejecting  Him,  your  L»rd  and 

mine! 
Bring  in  the  witnesses — where  are  the  nine? 

9 

What  means  this  eager,  anxious  throng, 

Which  moves  with  busy  haste  along. 

These  wondrous  gatherings  day  by  day? 

What  means  this  strange  co«imotion,  pray? 

In  accents  hushed  the  throng  reply: 
*•  Jesus  of  Nazareth  passeth  by." 
i.Who  is  this  Jesus  ?    Why  should  He 

The  city  move  so  mightily? 

A  passing  stranger,  has  He  skill 

To  move  the  multitude  at  will? 

Again  the  stirring  notes  reply: 
••Jesus  of  Nazareth  passeth  by." 


Jesus!  'tis  He  who  once  below 
Man's  pathway  trod,  'mid  pain  and  woe, 
And  burdened  ones,  where'er  He  came. 
Brought  out  their  sick,  and  deaf  and  lame, 
The  blind  rejoiced  to  hear  the  cry — 
"Jesus  of  Nazareth  passeth  by." 

Again  He  comes!  From  place  to  place 
His  holy  footprints  we  can  trace. 
He  pauseth  at  our  threshold— nay, 
He  enters— condescends  to  stay. 
Shall  we  not  gladly  raise  the  cry — 
"Jesus  of  Nazareth  passeth  by  ?" 

Ho!  all  ye  heavy-laden,  come! 
Here's  pardon,  comfort,  rest,  and  home, 
Ye  wanderers  from  a  Father's  face, 
Return,  accept  His  proffered  grace. 
Ye  tempted  ones,  there's  refuge  nigh, 
"  Jesus  ot  Nazareth  passeth  by." 

But  if  you  still  this  call  refuse. 
And  all  His  wondrous  love  abuse, 
Soon  will  He  sadly  from  you  turn, 
Your  bitter  prayer  for  pardon  spurn. 
"Too  late!  too  late!"  will  be  the  cry— 
"  Jesus  of  Nazareth  has  passed  by.'* 

10 

This  loving  Saviour 

Stands  patiently; 
Though  oft  rejected. 

Calls  again  for  thee. 

Calling  BOW  for  thee,  prodigal. 

Calling  now  for  thee ; 
Thou  has<,  wandered  far  awiay. 

But  He's  calling  now  for  thee. 

Oh,  boundless  meroy, 

Free,  free  to  all! 
Stay,  child  of  error, 

Heed  the  tender  call. 

Though  all  unworthy, 

Come,  now,  come  home- 
Say,  while  he's  waiting, 
"Jesus,  dear,  I  come." 

11 

Ho!  my  comrades,  see  the  signal 

Waving  in  the  sky! 
Reinforcements  now  appearing, 
Victory  is  nigh! 

"  Hold  the  fort,  for  I  am  coming, 
Jesus  signals  still. 
Wave  the  answer  back  to  Heavea,-^ 
"  By  Thy  grace  we  will.  ' 
See  the  mighty  host  advancing, 

Satan  leading  on; 
Mighty  men  around  us  lulling, 

Courage  almost  gone. 
See  the  glorious  banner  waving, 

Hear  the  bmgle  blow; 
In  our  Leader's  name  we'll  triumph 
Over  every  fee. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Fierce  and  long  the  battle  rages, 

But  our  Help  is  near; 
Onward  comes  our  Great  Commander, 

Cheer,  my  comrades,  cheer! 

12 

Th-kee  is  a  gate  that  stands  ajar, 

And  through  its  portals  gleaming, 
A  radiance  from  the  Cross  afar, 

The  Saviour's  love  revealing. 
Oh,  depth  of  mercy  !  can  it  be 
That  gate  was  left  ajar  for  me? 
For  me,  for  me  ? 
Was  left  ajar  for  me  ? 
That  gate  ajar  stands  free  for  all 

Who  seek  through  it  salvation; 
The  rich  and  poor,  the  great  and  small, 

Of  every  tribe  and  nation. 
Press  onvd^ard,  then,  though   foes  may 

While  mercy's  gate  is  open:     [frown, 
Accept  the  cross,  and  win  the  crown, 

Love's  everlasting  token. 
Beyond  the  river's  brink  we'll  lay 

The  cross  that  here  is  given, 
And  bear  the  crown  of  life  away, 

And  love  Him  more  in  heaven. 

13 

Feee  from  the  law,  oh,  happy  condition, 
Jesus  hath  bled,  and  there  is  remission. 
Cursed  by  the  law  and  bruised  by  the  fall, 
(^tace  hath  redeemed  us  once  fer  all. 
Once  for  all,  oh,  sinner  receive  it, 
Once  for  all,  oh,  brother  believe  it; 
Cling  to  the  Cross,  the  burden  will  fall 
Christ  hath  redeemed  us  once  for  all. 
Now  are  we  free— there  s  no  condemnation, 
Jesus  provides  a  perfect  salvation; 
"  Come  unto  Me,^'  oh,  hear  His  sweet  call. 
Come,  and  He  saves  us  once  tor  all. 
"Children  of  God,"  oh,  glorious  calling, 
Surely  His  grace  will  keep  us  from  falling; 
Passing  from  death  to  life  at  His  call. 
Blessed  salvation,  onee  for  all. 

14 

Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

Work  thro'  the  morning  hours; 
Work  while  the  dew  is  sparkling. 

Work  'mid  springing  flowers; 
Work,  when  the  day  grows  brighter. 

Work  in  the  glowing  sun; 
Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

When  man's  work  is  done. 
Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

Work  throughthe  sunny  noon; 
Fill  brightest  hours  with  labor, 

Rest  comes  sure  and  soon; 
Give  every  flying  minute 

Something  to  keep  in  store; 
Work,  for  the  night  is  coming. 

When  man  works  no  more. 


Wbrk,  for  the  night  is  coming, 

Under  the  sunset  skies; 
While  their  bright  tints  are  glowing,  . 

Work,  for  daylight  flies. 
Work  till  the  last  beam  fadeth, 

Fadeth  to  shine  no  more; 
Work  while  the  nioht  is  darkening, 

When  man's  worlc  is  o'er. 

15 

I  WILL  sing  you  a  song  of  that  beautiful  laad, 

The  far-away  home  of  the  soul,        [strand 
Where  no  storms  ever  beat  on  the  glittering 

||:  While  the  years  of  eternity  roll.  :|| 
Where  no  storms  ever  beat  on  the  glittering 

While  the  years  of  eternity  roll.       [strand. 
Oh,  that  home  of  the  soul  in  my  visions  and 

Its  bright  jasper  walls  I  can  see;       [dreams 
Till  I  fancy  otit  thinly  the  vail  intervenes 

II :  Between  the  fair  city  and  me.  :||     Till  I 
fancy,  etc. 
That  unchangeable  home  is  for  you  and  for 

Where  Jesus  of  Nazareth  stands,  [nie, 

The  King  of  all  kingdoms  forever,  is  He, 

II :  And    He    holdeth    our    crowns    in    His 
hands.  ;I|     The  King  of,  etc. 
Oh,  how  sweet  it  will  be  in  that  beautiful 

So  free  from  all  sorrow  and  pain,         [land. 

With  songs  on  our  lips  and  with  harps  in  our 

hands,  [on,  etc. 

||;To  meet  one  another  again.  :||   With  songs 

16 

There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 

Where  saints  immortal  reign; 
Eternal  day  excludes  the  night, 

And  pleasures  banish  pain. 
There  everlasting  spring  abides. 

And  never-withering  flowers; 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea,  divides 

This  heavenly  land  from  ours. 

Sweet  fields  bevond  the  swelling  flood. 

Stand  dressed  in  living  green. 
So  to  the  Jews  old  Canaan  stood. 

While  Jordan  rolled  between. 
Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood. 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er,     [flood. 
Not  Jordan's  stream,  nor  death's  cola 

Should  fr.ght  us  from  the  shore. 

17 

We're  going  home. 

No  more  to  roam. 
No  more  to  sin  and  sorrow; 

No  more  to  wear 

The  brow  of  care, 
We're  going  home  to-morrow. 
We're  going  home,  were  going  home  to-morrow, 
We're  going  home,  we  re  going  home  to-morrow. 

For  weary  feet 

Awaits  a  street 
Of  wondrous  pave  and  golden; 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  \  to  6. 


For  hearts  that  ache,       • 

The  angels  wake 
The  story,  sweet  and  olden. 

For  those  who  sleep. 

And  those  who  weep, 
/.bove  the  portals  narrow 

The  mansions  rise 

Beyond  the  skies — 
"We' re  going  home  to-morrow. 

Oh,  joyful  song! 

Oh,  ransomed  thron^! 
"Where  sin  no  more  shall  sever; 

Our  King  to  see. 

And,  oh,  to  be 
"With  Him  at  home  forever! 

18 

I  AM  80  glad  that  our  Father  in  heaven 
Tells  of  His  love  in  the  book  He  has  given; 
Wonderful  thmgs  in  the  Bible  I  see, 
This  is  the  dearest,  that  Jesus  loves  me. 
1  am  so  glad  that  Jesus  loves  me, 
Jesus  loves  me,  Jesus  loves  me, 
I  am  so  glad  that  Jesua  loves  me, 
Jesus  loves  even  me; 
Though  I  forget  Him  and  wander  away, 
Btill  He  doth  love  me  wherever  I  stray; 
Back  to  His  dear  loving  arms  would  I  flee, 
When  I  remember  that  Jesus  loves  me. 

Oh,  if  there's  only  one  song  I  can  sing. 
When  in  His  beauty  I  see  the  Great  King, 
This  shall  my  song  in  eternity  be: 
"  Oh,  what  a  wonder  that  Jesus  loves  me." 

Jesus  loves  me,  and  I  know  I  love  Him, 
Love  brought  Him  down  my  poor  soul  to  re- 
deem; 
Yes,  it  was  love  made  Him  die  on  the  tree, 
Oh,  I  »m  certain  that  Jesus  loves  me. 

I  am  so  glad,  etc. 
!f  one  should  ask  of  me,  how  could  I  tell? 
Grlory  to  Jesus,  I  know  very  well: 
God's  Holy  Spirit  with  mine  doth  agree. 
Constantly  witnessing— Jesus  loves  me. 

in  this  assurance  I  find  sweetest  rest, 
Trusting  in  Jesus,  I  know  I  am  blest; 
Satan  dismayed,  from  my  soul  now  doth  flee, 
When  I  just  tell  him  that  Jesus  loves  me. 

19 

Rejoice  and  be  glad: 
The  Redeemer  has  come!     [tomb. 
Go  look  on  His  cradle,  His  cross,  and  His 

Sound  His  praises,  tell  the  story. 

Of  Him  who  was  slain; 
Sound  His  praises,  tell  with  gladness, 
He  liveth  again. 

Rejoice  and  be  glad! 
It  is  sunshine  at  last!  [past. 

The  clouds  have  departed,  the  shadows  are 


Rejoice  and  be  glad! 
For  the  blood  hath  been  shed; 
Redemption  is  finished,  the  price  hath  been 
Rejoice  and  be  gjad!  i.P'-'d- 

Now  the  pardon  is  free! 
The  Just  for  the  unjust  has  died  on  the:tree. 
Rejoice  and  be  o;lad! 
For  the  Lamb  that  was  slain 
O'er  death  is  triumphant,  and  liveth  again. 
Rejoice  and  be  glad! 
For  our  Kin»  is  on  high, 
He  pleadeth  for  us  on  His  throne  in  the  sky. 
Rejoice  and  be  glad! 
F®r  He  cometh  again; 
He  cometh  in  glory,  the  Lamb  that  was  slain. 
Sound  His  praises,  tell  the  story, 

Of  Him  who  was  slain ; 
Sound  His  praises,  tell  with  gladness, 
He  cometh  again. 

20 

We  praise  Thee,  O  God!  for  the  Son  of  Thy 

love, 
For  Jesus  who  died,  and  is  now  gone  abo^e. 

Hallelujah  !  Thine  the  glory.  Hallelujah  !  amen. 
Hallelujah  !  Thine  the  glory,  revive  us  again. 

We  praise  Thee,  O  God!  for  Thy  Spirit  of  light.  . 
Who  has  shown  us  our  Saviour,  and  scattered  f 
our  night. 

All  glory  and  praise  to  the  Lamb  that  was 
slain, 

Who  hath  borne  all  our  sins,  and  hath  cleans- 
ed every  stain. 

All  glory  and  praise  to  the  God  of  all  grace, 
Who   has   bought    us,    and   sought    us,   and^ 
guided  our  ways. 

Revive  us  again;    fill  each   heart  with  Thy  ' 

love;  [above. 

May  each  soul  be  rekindled  with  fire  from  J 

21 

Rock  of  A^es,  cleft  for  me, 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  Thee; 
Let  the  water  and  the  blood, 
From  thy  riven  side  which  flowed, 
Be  of  siu  the  double  cure, 
Save:me;from  itslguilt  and  power. 
Not:the  labor:ot  my  hands 
Can  fulfill  Thy  law's  demands; 
Could  my  zeal  no  respite  know, 
Could  my  tears  forever  flow, 
Ail  for  sin  could  not  atone; 
Thou  must  save,  and  Thou  alone. 
Nothing  in  my  hand  I  bring. 
Simply  to  Thy  cross  I  cling; 
Naked,  come  to  Thee  for  dress. 
Helpless,  look  to  Thee  tor  grace; 
Foul,  I  to  the  fountain  tlv, 
W'ash  me,  Saviour,  or  I  die. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


While  I  draw  this  fleeting  breath, 
When  mine  eyes  shall  close  iu  death 
When  I  soar  to  worlds  unknown, 
See  Thee  on  Thy  judgment  throne, 
Rock  of  Ages,  cleft  for  me, 
Let  me  hide  myself  in  Thee. 

22 

Have  you  on  the  Lord  believed? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Of  His  grace  have  you  received? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Oh,  the  grace  the  Father  shows! 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Freely  He  His  grace  bestows, 

Still  there's  more  to  follow. 
More  and  more,  more  and  more, 

Always  more  to  follow, 
Oh,  His  matchless,  boundless  love! 
Still  there  s  more  to  follow. 
Have  you  felt  the  Saviour  near? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Does  His  blessed  presence  cheer? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Oh,  the  love  that  Jesus  showsl 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Freely  He  His  love  bestows,  . 

Still  there's  more  to  follow. 

Have  you  felt  the  Spirit's  power? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Falling  like  the  gentle  shower? 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Oh,  the  pow'r  the  Spirit  shows! 

Still  there's  more  to  follow; 
Freely  He  His  power  bestows, 

Still  there's  more  to  follow. 

23 

Heavekly  Father,  bless  me  now; 

At  the  Cross  of  Christ  I  bow; 

Take  my  guilt  and  grief  away; 

Hear  and  neal  me  now,  I  pray. 
Bless  me  now,  bless  me  now, 
Heavenly  Father,  bless  me  now. 

Now,  O  Lord!  this  very  hour, 

Send  Thy  grace  and  show  Thy  power; 

While  I  rest  upon  Thy  word. 

Come  and  bless  me  now,  O  Lord! 

Now,  just  now,  for  Jesus'  sake. 

Lift  the  clouds,  the  fetters  break; 

While  I  look,  and  as  I  cry, 

Touch  and  cleanse  me  ere  I  die. 

Never  did  I  so  adore 

Jesus  Christ,  Thy  Son^  before; 

Now  the  time!  and  this  the  place! 

Gracious  Father,  show  Thy  grace. 

24 

Wkart  gleaner,  whence  comest  thou, 
With  empty  hands  and  clouded  brow? 
Plodding  along  thy  lonely  way. 
Tell  me,  where  hast  thou  gleaned  to-day? 


Late  I  found  a  barren  field, 
The  harvest  past  my  search  revealed, 
Others  golden  sheavesihad  gained, 
Only  stubble  for  me  remained. 

Forth  te  the  harvest  field  away  I 
Gather  your  handfuls  while  you  may ; 
All  day  long  in  the  field  abide, 
Gleaning  close  by  the  reapers'  side. 

Careless  gleaner,  what  hast  thou  here, 

These  faded  flowers  and  leaflets  sere? 

Hungry  and  thirsty,  tell  me,  pray, 

Where,  oh,  where  hast  thou  gleaned  to-day* 

All  day  long  in  shady  bowers, 

I've  gaily  sought  earth's  fairest  flowers; 

Now,  alas!  too  late  I  see 

All  T've  gathered  is  vanity. 

Burdeiaed  gleaner,  thy  sheaves  I  see; 

Indeed  thou  must  a-weary  be! 

Singing  along  the  homeward  way, 

Glad  one,  where  hast  thou  gleaned  to-day? 

Stay  me  not  till  day  is  done: 

I've  gather'd  handfuls  one  by  one; 

Here  and  there  for  me  they  fall, 

Close  by  the  reapers  I've  found  them  all. 

25 

Ah,  my  heart  is  heavy-laden, 
Weary  and  oppressed! 
•'Come  to  me,"  saith  One,  *'and  coming, 
Be  at  rest!" 
*'  Come  to  me,"  saith  One,  "  and  comiag. 
Be  at  rest  I ' ' 
Hath  He  marks  to  lead  me  to  Him, 
If  He  be  my  Guide? 
•*  In  His  feet  and  hands  are  wound-printa 
And  His  side." 
Is  there  diadem,  as  monarch, 
That  His  brow  adorns? 
**  Yes,  a  crown  in  very  surety, 
But  of  thorns!"    i 
If  I  findlHim,  if  I  follow, 
What's  my  portion  here? 
"  Many  a  sorrow,  many  a  conflict, 
Many  a  tear." 
If  I  still  hold  closely  to  Him, 
What  have  I  at  last? 
"Sorrow  vanquished,  labor  eaded, 
Jordan  past!" 
If  I  ask  Him  to  receive  me, 
Will  he  say  me  nay? 
"Not  till  earth  and  not  till  heaven 
Pass  away!" 

26 

One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus, 
One  less  of  life  for  me! 

But  heaven  is  nearer. 

And  Christ  is  dearer. 
Than  yesterday  to  me; 

His  love  and  light 

Fill  all  my  soul  to-night. 


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One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus, 
One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus, 
One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus, 
One  less  of  life  for  me. 
One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus; 
How  glorious  is  my  King! 
'Tis  joy.  not  duty, 
To  speak  His  beauty; 
My  soul  mounts  on  the  wing 
At  the  mere  thought 
How  Christ  my  life  has  bought. 
One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus; 
How  sweet  the  work  has  been, 
To  tell  the  story, 
To  show  the  glorv. 
When  Christ's  flock  enter  in! 
How  it  did  shine 
In  this  poor  heart  of:mineI 
One  more  day's  work  for  Jesus — 
Oh,  yes,  a  weary  day; 
But  heaven  shmes  clearer, 
And  rest  cemes  nearer, 
At  each  step  of  the  way; 
And  Christ  in  ail- 
Before  His  face  I  fall. 
Oh,  blessed  work  for  Jesus, 
Oh,  rest  at  Jesus'  feet! 
There  toil  seems  pleasure, 
My  wants  are  treasure. 
And  pain  for  Him  is  sweet; 
Lord,  if  I  may, 
I'll  serve  another  day 

27 

Dne  there  is  above  all  others, 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
His  is  love  beyond  a  brother's, 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
Earthly  friends  may  fail  or  leave  us. 
One  day  soothe,  the  next  day  grieve  us; 
But  this  Friend  will  ne'er  deceive  us, 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
'Tis  eternal  life  to  know  Him, 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
Think,  oh,  think,  how  much   we   owe 

Oh,  how  He  loves!  [Him, 

With  His  precious  blood  He  bought  us. 
In  the  wilderness  He  sought  us, 
To  his  fold  He  safely  brought  us. 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
Blessed  Jesus!  would  you  know  Him, 

Oh,  how  He  loves! 
Give  yourselves  entirely  to  Him, 

On,  how  He  loves! 
Think  no  longer  of  the  morrow, 
From  the  past  aew  courage  borrow, 
Jesus  carries  all  your  sorrow, 

Oh,  how  he  loves! 
All  vour  sins  shall  be  forgiven, 

Oh,  how  he  loves! 
Backward  shall  your  foes  be  driven, 

Oh.  how  he  loves! 
Best  or  blessings  He'll  provide  you. 


Naught  but  good  shall  e'er  betide  you. 
Safe  to  glery  He  will  guide  you, 
Oh,  how  he  loves! 

28 

Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  Story, 

Of  unseen  things  above. 
Of  Jesus  and  His  glory. 

Of  Jesus  and  His  love.    • 
Tell  me  the  story  simply, 

As  to  a  little  child. 
For  I  am  weak  and  weary, 

And  helpless  and  defiled. 

Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  Story, 

Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  Story, 

Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  Story, 

Of  Jesus  and  His  love. 

Tell  me  the  Story  slowly, 

That  I  may  take  it  in — 
That  wonderful  redemption, 

God's  remedy  for  sin. 
Tell  me  the  Story  often. 

For  I  forget  so  soon. 
The  "  early  dew"  of  morning, 

Has  passed  away  at  noon. 
Tell  me  the  Story  softly, 

With  earnest  tones,  and  grave; 
Eemember!  I'm  the  sinner 

Whom  Jesus  came  to  save; 
Tell  me  that  Story  always. 

If  you  would  really  be. 
In  any  time  of  trouble, 

A  comforter  to  me. 
Tell  me  the  same  old  Story, 

When  you  have  cause  to  fear 
'That  this  world's  empty  glory 

Is  costing  me  too  dear. 
Yes,  and  when  that  world's  glory 

Isldawning  on  my  soul. 
Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  Story: 

♦'Christ  Jesus  makes  thee  whole." 

29 

The  Spirit,  oh,  sinner. 

In  mercy  doth  move 
Thy  heart,  so  long  hardened. 

Of  sin  to  reprove; 
Resist  not  the  Spirit, 

Nor  longer  delay;  fto-day. 

God*8    gracious   entreaties    May  end  with 

Oh,  child  of  the  kingdom, 

From  sin-service  cease; 
Be  filled  with  the  Spirit, 

With  comfort  and  peace. 
Oh.  grieve  not  the  Spirit, 

Thy  Teacher  is  He, 
That  Jesus,  thy  Saviour,  May  glorified  be.] 
Defiled  is  the  temple. 

Its  beauty  laid  low, 
On  God's  holy  alter 

The  embers  faint  glow. 
By  love  yet  rekindled, 

A  flame  may  b«  fanned;    [hand,^ 
Oh,  quench  not  the  Spirit,  The  Lord  i»  atm 


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30 

I  LOVE  to  tell  the  Story 

Of  unseen  things  above, 
Of  Jesus  and  His  Glory, 

Of  Jesus  and  His  Love! 
Ijlove  to  tell  the  Story, 

Because  I  know  it's  true; 
It  satisfies  my  longings, 

As  nothing  else  would  do. 
I  love  to  tell  the  Story, 
'Twill  be  my  theme  in  glory, 
To  tell  the  Old,  Old  Story 
Of  Jesus  and  His  Love. 
I  love  to  tell  the  Story! 

More  wonderful  it  seems, 
Thaniall  the  golden  fancies 

Of  all  our  golden  dreams. 
I  love  to  tell  the  Story! 

It  did  so  much  for  me! 
And  that  is  just  the  reason, 

I  tell  it  now  to  thee. 
I  love  to  tell  the  Story! 

'Tis  pleasant  to  repeat 
What  seems,  each  time  I  tell  it, 

More  wonderfully  sweet. 
I  love  to  tell  the  Story; 

Fox  some  have  never  heard 
f  he  message  of  salvation 

From  God's  own  Holy  Word. 
I  iove  to  tell  the  Story! 

For  those  who  know  it  best 
Seem  hungering  and  thirstmg 

To  hear  it,  like  the  rest. 
And  when,  in  scenes  of  glory, 

I  sino  the  New,  New  Sono, 
'Twill  be — the  Old.  Old  Stokv 

That  I  have  loved  so  long. 

31 

floLT  Spirit,  faithful  Guide, 
Ever  near  the  Christian's  side; 
Gently  lead  us  by  the  hand, 
Pilgrims  in  a  desert  land; 
Weary  souls  fore'er  rejoice, 
While  they  hear  that  sweetest  voice 
Whisp'ring  softly,  "  Wanderer,  come! 
Follow  me,  I'll  guide  thee  home." 
Ever  present,  truest  friend. 
Ever  near  Thine  aid  to  lena. 
Leave  us  not  to  doubt  and  fear, 
Groping  on  in  darkness  drear. 
When  the  storms  are  raging  sore. 
Hearts  grow  faint^nd  hopes  give  o'er, 
Whisper  softly,  "Wanderer,  come! 
Follow  me,  I'll  guide  thee  home." 
When  our  days  of  toil  shall  cease, 
Waiting  still  for  sweet  release, 
Nothing  left  but  heaven  and  prayer, 
Wondering  if  our  names  were  there; 
Wading  deep  the  dismal  flood. 
Pleading  naught  but  Jesus'  blood; 
Whisper  softly,  "  Wanderer,  come! 
Follow  me,  I'll  guide  thee  home!" 


32 

Beneath  the  Cross  of  Jesug 

I  fain  would  take  my  stand — 
The  shadow  of  a  mighty  Rock, 

Within  a  weary  land. 
A  home  within  the  wilderness, 

A  rest  upoH  the  way. 
From  the  burning  of  the  noon-tide  heat, 

And  the  burden  of  the  day. 

0  safe  and  happy  shelter,' 
O  refuge  tried  and  sweet. 

Oh  trysting-place,  where  Heaven's  love 

Ana  Heaven's  justice  meet! 
As  to  the  Holy  Patriarch 

That  wondrous  dream  was  given. 
So  seems  my  Saviour's  cross  to  me, 

A  ladder  up  to  heaven. 
There  lies  beneath  its  shadow. 

But  on  the  further  s-ide, 
Th_g  darkness  of  an  awful  grave 

iSat  gapes  both  deep  and  wide; 
isnd  there  between  us  stands  the  Gross, 

Two  arms  outstretched  to  save. 
Like  a  watchman  set  to  guard  the  way 

From  that  eternal  grave. 
Dpon  that  Cross  of  Jesus 

Mine  eye  at  times  can  see 
The  very  dying  form  of  One 

Who  suffered  there  for  me; 
And  from  my  smitten  heart  with  tears 

Two  wonders  I  confess— 
The  wonders  of  His  glorious  love, 

And  my  own  worthlessness. 

1  take,  O  Cross,  thy  shado\r 
For  my  abiding  place; 

1  ask  no  other  sunshine 
Than  the  sunshine  of  His  face: 

Content  to  let  the  world  go  by, 
To  know  no  gain  nor  loss, 

My  sinful  self,  my  only  shame, 
My  glory  all  the  Cross. 

33 

With  harps  and  with  viols  there  stands  a 

great  tnrong  [song: 

In  the  presence. of  Jesus,  and  sing  this  new 

Unto  Him  who  hath  loved  us  and  washed  us  from  sin. 
Unto  Him  be  the  glory  for  ever.     Amen.  • 

All  these  once  were  sinners,  defiled  in  Hia 

sight,  [unite. 

Now  arrayed  in  pure  garments  in  praise  they 

He  maketh  the  rebel  a  priest  and  a  king. 
He  hath  bought  us  and  taught  us  this  new 
song  to  sing. 

How  helpless  and  hopeless  we  sinners  had 

been,  [our  sin* 

If  He  never  had  loved  us  till  cleansed  fro* 

Aloud  in  His  praises  our  voices  shall  ring. 
So  that  others-  behevmg,  this  new  eoog  sbft 
sing. 


10 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


34 


Oh,  bliss  of  the  purified,  bliss  of  the  free, 
I  plunge  in  the  cricnson-tide  opened  for  me; 
O'er  sin  and  uncleanness  exulting  I  stand, 
And  point  to  the   print  of  the  nails  in  His 
hand. 

0  sing  of  His  mighty  love, 
Sing  of  His  mighty  love, 
Sing  of  His  mighty  love. 

Mighty  to  save. 

Oh,  bliss  of  the  purified,  Jesus  is  mine, 
No  longer  in  dread  condemnation  I  pine; 
In  conscious  salvation  I  smg  of  His  grace, 
Who  lifteth  upon  me  the  light  of  His  face. 

®h,  bliss  of  the  purified!   bliss  of  the  pure! 
No  wound  hath  the  soul  that  His  blooa  cannot 
cure;  [rest, 

No  sorroTv-bovred  head  but  may  sweetly  find 
No  tears  but  may  dry  them  on  Jesus'  breast. 

O  Jesus,  the  crucified!  Thee  will  I  sing; 
My  blessed  Redeemer,  my  God  and  my  King; 
My  soul,  filled  with  rapture,  shall  shout  o'er 
the  grave,  [Save." 

And  triumph  in    death    in  the  "Mighty  to 

35 

Geace!  'tis  a  charming  sound, 

Harmonious  to  the  ear; 
Heaven  with  the  echo  shall  resound, 

And  all  the  earth  shall  hear. 
Saved  by  grace  alone, 
This  is  all  say  plea; 
Jesus  died  for  all  mankind, 
And  Jesus  died  for  me. 
Grace  first  contrived  a  way 

Ta  save  rebellious  maa; 
And  all  the  steps  that  grace  display, 

Which  drew  the  wondrous  pfan. 
Grace  taught  my  roving  feet 

To  tread  the  heavenly  road; 
And  new  supplies  each  hour  I  meet 

While  pressing  on  to  God. 
Grace  all  the  work  shall  crown. 

Through  everlasting  days; 
It  lays  in  heaven  the  topmost  stone, 

Amd  well  deaertes  our  praise. 

36 

PEKCioira  promise  God  hath  give^ 

To  the  w>eaTy  passer  by, 
On  the  way  from  earth  to  heaven, 

"I  wjll  guide  thee  with  Mine  eye." 

1  wi'4  guide  thee,  I  will  guMe  thee, 

"  I  will  guide  thee  with  mine  eye;" 
On  the  way  from  earth  to  beaven, 
"  I  will  guide  thee  wi4,h  Mine  eye." 
When  temptations  almost  win  thee, 

And  thy  trusted  watchers  fly, 
Let  this  promise  ring  within  thee, 
"I  will  guide  thee  with  Mine  eye.' 


When  thy  secret  hopes  have  perished, 
In  the  grave  of  years  gone  by, 

Let  this  promise  still  be  cherished, 
**I  will  guide  thee  with^Mine  eye." 

When  the  shades  of  life  are  falling, 
And  the  hour  haa  come  to  die. 

Hear  thy  trusty  Pilot  calling, 
**I  will  gsidc  thee  with  Mine  eye* 

37 

Down  life's  dark  vale  we  wander. 

Till  Jesus  cornea; 
We  watch  and  wait  and  wonder. 
Till  Jesus  comes. 
All  joy  His  loved  onea  bringing, 

When  Jesus  comes ; 
All  praise  through  heaven  ringing, 

WhQH  Jesus  comes. 
All  beauty,  bright  and  vernal, 

When  Jesus  comes ; 
AH  glory,  grand,  eternal, 
When  Jesus  comes. 
Oh,  let  my  lamp  be  burning. 

When  Jesus  comes; 
For  Him  my  soul  be  yearvaing, 

When  Jesus  comes. 
No  naore  heart-pangs  nor  sadness. 

When  Jesus  com^es; 
All  pe-ace  and  joy  and  gladaess, 

When  Jesus  comes. 
All  doubts  and  fears  will  vanish, 

When  Jesus  comes; 
All  gloom  His  face  will  banisfli, 

When  Jesus  comes. 
He'll  know  the  way  was  dreary. 

When  Jesus  comes; 
He'll  know  the  feet  grew  weary. 

When  Je»u3  comes. 
He'll  know  what  griefs  oppressed  me, 

When  Jeaus  csmes; 

Oh,  how  His  arms  will  rest  me! 

When  Jesus  comea. 

38 

What!  <'  lay  my  sins  on  Jesus?" 

God's  well-beloved  Son-l 
No!  'tis  a  truth  mostspcecious, 

That  God  e'en  thata&s  done. I 

Hallelujah,  Jesus  saves  me, 
He  makes  me  "  white  as  snow.'* 

Hallelugah,  Jesus  saves  me, 

He  makes  me  "  white  as  sn«w." 

Tee,  'tis  a  truth  most  precious. 

To  all  who  do  beiieve, 
God  laid  our  sina  on  Jeaua, 

W^h©  did  the  load  receive. 

What!  "bring  our  g«iU  to  JeswB?** 

To  wash  away  our  stains! 
The  act  i«  passed  that  freed  as, 

ABd  naught  to  de  remalaa. 


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11 


39 

O  Chkist,  what  burdens  bowed  Thy  head! 

Our  load  was  laid  on  Thee; 
Thou  stoodest  in  the  sinner's  stead, 

Didst  bea*»Jl  ill  for  me. 
A  Victim  led,  Thy  blood  was  shed; 

Now  there's  no  load  for  me. 

Death  and  the  curse  were  in  our  cup — 
O  Christ,  'twas  full  for  Thee; 

But  Thou  hast  drained  the  last  dark  drop— 
'Tis  empty  now  for  me. 
*         That  bitter  cup — love  drank  it  up; 
Now  blessings*  draught  for  me. 

Jehovah  lifted  up  His  rod— 

O  Christ,  it  fell  on  Thee! 
Thou  wast  sore  stricken  of  Thy  God; 

There's  not  one  stroke  for  me. 
Thy  tears.  Thy  blood,  beneath  it  flowed; 

Thy  bruising  healeth  me. 

The  tempest's  awful  voice  was  heard 

O  Christ,  it  broke  on  Thee! 
Thy  open  bosom  was  my  ward, 

It  braved  the  storm  for  me. 
Thy  form  was  scarred.  Thy  visage  marred; 

Now  cloudless  peace  for  me. 

Jehovah  bade  His  sword  awake — 
O  Christ,  it  woke  'gainst  Thee! 

Thy  blood  the  flaming  blade  must  slake; 
Thy  heart  its  sheath  must  be— 

All  for  my  sake,  my  peace  to  make; 
Now  sleeps  that  sword  for  me. 

For  me.  Lord  Jesus,  Thou  hast  died, 

And  I  have  died  in  Thee; 
Thou'rt  risen:  my  bands  are  all  untied, 

And  now  Thou  liv'st  in  me. 
When  purified,  made  white,  and  tried, 

Thy  Gloey  then  for  me! 

40 

Oh,  to  be  over  yonder! 
In  that  land  of  wonder, 
Where  the  angel  voices  mingle,  and  the  angel 
harpers  ring; 

To  be  free  from  pain  and  sorrow, 
And  the  anxious,  dread  to-morrow. 
To  rest  in  light  and  sunshine  in  the  presence 
of  the  King. 

Oh,  to  be  over  yonder! 
My  yearnmg  heart  g-rows  fonder 
Of  looking  to  the  east,  to  see  the  blessed  day- 
star  bring 

Some  tidings  of  the  waking. 
The  cloudless,  pure  day  breaking; 
My  heart  is  yearning— yearning  for  the  com- 
ing of  the  King. 

Oh,  to  be  over  yonder! 
Alas!  I  sigh  and  wonder 
Why  clings  my  poor,  weak,  sinful  heart  to  any 
earthly  thing; 


Each  tie  of  earth  nxust  sever, 
And  pass  away  for  ever. 
But  there'd  no  more'  separatijon  in  the  pres- 
ence of  the  King. 

Oh,  when  shall  I  be  dwelling 
Where  an^el  voices,  swelling 
In  triumphant  hallelujahs,  make  the  vaulte<i 
heavens  rin»? 

Where  the  pearly  gates  are  gleaming, 
And  the  Morning  Star  is  beaming? 
Oh,  when  shall  I  be  yonder  in  the  presence 
of  the  Kmg? 

Oh,  when  shall  I  be  yonder? 
The  longing  groweth  stronger 
To  join  in  all  the  praises  the  redeemed  onea 
do  sing 

Within  those  heavenly  places, 
Where  the  angels  vail  tneir  faces 
In  awe  and  adoration  in  the  presence  of  t'a^ 
King. 

Oh,  I  shall  soon  be  yonder, 
And  lonely  as  I  wander. 
Yearning  for  the  welcome  summer— longing 
for  the  bird's  fleet  wing; 

The  midnight  may  be  dreary, 
And  the  heart  be  worn  and  weary, 
But  there's  no  more  shadow  yonder,  in  tha 
presence  of  the  King. 

41 

From  Greenland's  icy  mountains, 

From  India's  coral  strand. 
Where  Afric's  sunny  fountains 

Roll  down  their  golden  sand; 
From  many  an  ancient  river, 

From  many  a  palmy  plain, 
They  call  us  to  deliver 

Their  land  from  error's  chain. 

What  though  the  spicy  breezes 

Blow  soft  o'er  Ceylon's  isle, 
Though  every  prospect  pleases 

And  only  man  is  vile? 
In  vain,  with  lavish  kindness. 

The  gifts  of  God  are  strown: 
The  heathen,  in  his  blindness, 

Bows  down  to  wood  and  stone. 

Shall  we,  whose  souls  are  lighted 

By  wisdom  from  on  high. 
Shall  we  to  men  benighted 

The  light  of  life  deny? 
Salvation!  oh,  salvation! 

The  joyful  sound  proclaim. 
Till  earth's  remotest  nation 

Has  learned  Messiah's  name. 

Waft,  waft,  ye  winds,  His  story, 

And  you,  ye  waters,  roll, 
Till,  like  a  sea  of  glory, 

It  spreads  from  pole  to  pole; 
Till  o'er  our  ransomed  nature, 

The  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Redeemer,  King,  Creator, 

In  bliss  returns  to  reiga. 


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42 


All  the  way  my  Saviour  leads  me; 

"What  have  I  to  ask  beside? 
Can  I  doubt  His  tender  mercy, 

Who  through  life  has  been  my  guide? 
Heavenly  peace,  divinest  comfort, 

Here  by  faith  in  Him  to  dwell! 
For  I  know  whatever  befall  me, 

Jesus  doeth  all  things  well. 
All  the  way  my  Saviour  leads  me; 

Cheers  each  winding  path  I  tread; 
Gives  me  grace  for  every  trial. 

Feeds  me  with  the  living  bread; 
Though  my  weary  steps  may  falter, 

And  my  soul  a-thirst  may  be, 
Gushing  from  the  Rock  before  me, 

Lo!  a  spring  of  joy  I  see. 
All  the  way  my  Saviour  leads  me; 

Oh,  the  fullness  of  His  love! 
Perfect  rest  to  me  is  promised 

In  my  Father'sShouse  above. 
When  my  spirit,  clothed  immortal, 

Wings  its  flight  to  realms  of  day, 
,    This  my  song  through  endless  ages- 
Jesus  led  me  all  the  way. 

43 

Go  bury  thy  sorrow, 

The  world  hath  its  share; 
Go  bury  it  deeply. 

Go  hide  it  with  care; 
Go  thmk  of  it  calmly. 

When  curtain'd  by  night, 
Go  tell  it  to  Jesus, 

And  all  will  be  right. 
Go  tell  it  to  Jesus, 

He  knoweth  thy  grief; 
Go  tell  it  to  Jesus, 

He'll  send  thee  relief; 
Go  gather  the  sunshine 

He  sheds  on  the  Way; 
He'll  lighten  thy  burden 

Go,  weary  one,  pray. 
Hearts  growing  a-weary 

With  heavier  woe 
Kow  droop  'mid  the  darkness- 
Go  comfort  them,  go! 
Go  bury  thy  sorrows. 

Let  others  be  blest; 
Go  give  them  the  sunshine; 

Tell  Jesus  the  rest. 

44 

To  the  hall  of  the  feast  came  the  sinful  and 

fair; 
She  heard  in  the  city  that  Jesus  was  there; 
Unheeding  the  splendor  that  blazed  on  the 

board. 
She  silently  knelt  at  the  feet  of  the  Lord. 

The  frown  and  the  murmur  went  round  thro' 

them  all,  [hall: 

That  one  so  unhallowed  should  tread  in  thai 


And  some  said  the  poor  would  be  objects  more 

meet,  ,  [on  His  feet. 

As  the  wealth  of  her  perfume  she  shower'd 

6he  heard  but  the  Savioui:;  she  spoke  but 
with  sighs;  [eyes; 

She  dare  not  look  up  to  the  heaven  of  His 

And  the  hot  tears  gush'd  forth  at  each  heave 
of  her  breast,  [pressed. 

And  her  lips  to  His  sandals  were  throbbingly 

In  the  sky,  after  tempest,  as  shineth  the 
bow, —  [snow. 

In  the  glance  of  the  sunbeam,  as  melteth  the 

He  looked  on  that  lost  one:  **her  sins  were 
forgiven,"  [heaven. 

And  the  sinner  went  forth  in  the  beauty  of 

45 

Brightly  beams  our  Father's  mercy. 
From  His  light-house  evermore; 

But  to  us  He  gives  the  keeping 
Of  the  lights  along  the  shore. 

Let  the  lower  lights  be  burning ! 

Send  a  gleam  across  the  wave ! 
Some  poor  fainting,  struggling  seaman-^ 

You  may  rescue,  you  may  save. 

Dark  the  night  of  sin  has  settled, 
Loud  the  angry  billows  roar; 

Ea^er  eyes  are  watching,  longing, 
For  the  lights  along  the  shore. 

Trim  your  feeble  lamp,  my  brother: 
Some  poor  sailor  tempest-tost, 

Trying  now  to  make  the  harbor, 
In  the  darkness  may  be  lost. 

46 

A  LONG  time  I  wandered  in  darkness  and  sin, 
And  wondered  if  ever  the  light  would  shine 

in;  [vine, 

I  heard  .Christian  friends  tell  of  rapture  di- 
And  wish'd,  how  I  wish'd,  that  their  Saviour 

were  mine. 

I  wish'd  He  were  mine,  yes,  I  wish'd  He  were  mine ; 
I  wish'd,  how  I  wish'd,  that  their  Saviour  were  mine. 

I   heard   the  glad   gospel  of  "good  will  to 

men;" 
I  read  ''whosoever"  again  and  again; 
I  said  to  my  soul,  "Can   that    promise    be 

thine?" 
And  then  began  hoping  that  Jesus  was  mine. 

I  hoped  He  was  mine,  yes,  I  hoped  He  was  mine; 
I  then  began  hoping  that  Jesus  was  mine. 

Oh.  mercy  surprising,  He  saves  even  me! 
"Thy  portion  forever,"  He  says,  "will  I  be." 
On  His  word  I'm  resting— assurance  divine— 
I'm   "hoping"    no    longer  — I    know  He   is 
mine! 

I  know  He  is  mine,  yes,  I  know  He  is  mine ; 
'^'m  "  hoping  "  no  longer — I  know  He  is  minel 


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47 

AKE  the  name  of  Jesus  with  you, 

Child  of  sorrow  and  of  woe — 
It  will  joy  and  comfort  give  you, 

Take  it  then  where'er  you  go. 

II:  Precious  name,  O  how  sweet  1 
Hope  of  earth  and  joy  of  heaven.  :|| 
Take  the  name  of  Jesus  ever, 

As  a  shield  from  every  snare; 
If  temptations  'round  you  gather, 

Breathe  that  holy  name  in  prayer. 
Oh!  the  precious  name  of  Jesus; 

How  it  thrills  our  souls  with  joy, 
"When  His  loving  arms  receive  us, 

And  His  songs  our  tongues  employ! 
At  the  name  of  Jesus  bowing, 

Falling  prostrate  at  His  feet. 
King  of  kings  in  heaven  we'll  crown  Him, 

When  our  journey  is  complete. 

48 

Oh,  to  be  nothing,  nothing, 

Only  to  lie  at  His  feet, 
A  broken  and  emptied  vessel, 

For  the  Master's  use  made  meet. 
Emptied,  that  He  might  fill  me 

As  forth  to  His  Service  I  go; 
Broken,  that  so  unhindered, 

His  life  through*  me  might  flow. 
Oh,  to  be  nothing,  nothing, 

Only  to  lie  at  His  feet, 
A  broken  and  emptied  vessel, 
For  the  Master's  use  made  meet. 
Oh,  to  be  nothing,  nothing. 

Only  as  led  by  His  hand; 
A  messenger  at  His  gateway. 

Only  waiting  fort-  His  command; 
Only  an  instrument  ready 

His  praises  to  sound  at  His  will, 
"Willing,  should  He  not  require  me 

In  silence  to  wait  on  Him  still. 
Oh,  to  be  nothing,  nothing, 

Painful  the  humbling  may  be, 
Yet  low  in  the  dust  I'd  lay  me 

That  the  world  might  my  Saviour  see. 
Bather  be  nothing,  nothing, 

To  Hi*n  let  our  voices  be  raised, 
He  is  the  fountain  of  blessing, 

He  only  is  meet  to  be  praised. 

49 

Fully  persuaded,  Lord,  I  believe! 

Fully  persuaded,  Thy  Spirit  give; 

I  will  obey  Thy  call; 

Low  at  Thy  feet  I  fall; 

Now  I  surrender  all, 

Christ  to  receive. 

Fully  persuaded— Lord,  hear  my  cryl 

Fully  persuaded— pass  me  not  by; 
Just  as  I  asa  I  come, 
I  will  no  longer  roam, 
O  make  my  heart  Thy  home; 
Bave,  or  I  die! 


Fully  persuaded,  no  more  opprestj 

Fully  persuaded,  now  I  am  blest; 
Jesus  is  now  my  G-uide, 
I  will  in  Christ  abide; 
My  soul  is  satisfied 
In  Him  to  rest! 

Fully  persuaded,  Jesus  is  mine; 

Fully  persuaded.  Lord,  I  am  Thinei 
O  make  my  love  to  Thee 
Like  Thine  own  love  to  me^ 
So  rich,  so  full  and  free, 
Saviour  divine! 

50 

Only  an  armour-bearer,  proudly  I  stand. 
Waiting  to  follow  at  the  King's  command; 
Marching  if  "  onward  "shall  the  order  be, 
Standing  by  my  Captain,  serving  faithfully. 
Hear  ye  the  battle-cry  !  "  Forward,"  the  call  I 
See !  see  the  faltering  ones  !  backward  they  faUL 
Surely  the  Captain  may  depend  on  me, 
Though  but  an  armour-bearer  I  may  be. 
Only  an  armour-bearer,  now  in  the  field. 
Guarding  a  shining  helmet,  sword  and  shield. 
Waiting  to  hear  the  thrilling  baitle-cry, 
Ready  then  to  answer,  **  Master,  here  am  I.'* 
Only  an  armour-bearer,  yet  may  I  share 
Glory  immortal,  and  a  bright  crown  wear: 
If,  in  the  battle,  to  my  trust  I'm  true. 
Mine  shall  be  the  honors  in  the  Grand  EevieWc 

51 

Light  in  the  darkness,  sailor,  day  is  at  hand! 
See   o'er   the   foaming   billows  fair  Haven's 

land, 
Dreai  was  the  voyage,  sailor,  now  almost  o'er. 
Safe  within  the  life-boat,  sailor,  pull  for  the 

shore. 
Pull  for  the  shore,  sailor,  pull  for  the  shore ! 
Heed  not  the  rolling  waves,  but  bend  to  the  oar, 
Safe  in  the  life-boat,  sailor,  cling  to  self  no  morel 
Leave  the  poor  old  stranded  wreck,  and  pull  for  the 

shore. 
Trust  in  the  life-boat,  sailor,  all  else  will  fail^ 
Stronger  the  surges  aash  and  fiercer  the  gale, 
Heed  not  the  stormy  winds,  though   loudly 

they  roar; 
Watch  the  "bright  and  morning  star,"  and 

pull  for  the  shore. 
Bright  gleams  the  morning,  sailor,  up  lift  the 

eye;  [nighl 

Clouds  and  darkness  disappearing,  glory  is 
Safe  in  the  life-boat,  sailor,  sing  evermore: 
*' Glory,  glory,    hallelujah!"    pull    for    th« 

shore. 

52 

One  offer  of  salvation. 
To  all  the  world  make  known; 

The  only  sure  foundation 
Ir  Cb^i^t  the  Corner-Stone. 


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No  other  name  is  given, 

No  other  way  ia  known, 
'Tis  Jesus  Christ  the  First  and  Last, 
He  saves,  and  He  alone. 
One  only  door  of  heaven 

Stands  open  wide  to-day, 
One  sacrifice  is  given, 

'Tis  Christ,  the  Living  Way. 

My  only  song  and  story 

Is— Jesus  died  for  me; 

My  only  la@pe  of  glory, 

The  Cross  of  Calvary. 

53 

I  LEFT  it  all  with  Jesus 

Long  ago; 
All  my  sins  I  brought  Him, 

And  my  woe. 
When  by  faith  I  saw  Him 

On  the  tree, 
Heard  His  small,  still  whisper, 

'  'Tis  for  thee,' 
From  my  heart  the  burden 
Rolled  away — Happy  day! 
I  leave  it  all  with  Jesus, 

For  He  knows 
How  to  steal  the  bitter 

From  life's  woes; 
How  to  gila  the  tear-drop 

With  His  smile, 
Make  the  desert  garden 

Bloom  awhile; 
When  my  weakness  leaneth 
On  His  might,    All  seems  light. 
I  leave  it  all  with  Jesus 

Day  by  day; 
Faith  can  firmly  trust  Him, 

Come  what  may. 
Hope  has  dropped  her  anchor. 

Found  her  rest 
In  the  calm,  sure  haven 

Of  His  breast: 
Love  esteems  it  heaven 
To  abide    At  His  side. 
Oh,  leave  it  all  with  Jesus, 

Drooping  soull 
Tell  not  half  thy  story. 

But  the  whole. 
Worlds  on  worlds  are  hanging 

On  His  hand, 
Life  and  death  are  waiting 

His  command; 
Yet  His  tender  bosom 
Makes  thee  room— Oh,  come  home! 

54 

Oh,  think  of  the  home  over  there, 
By  the  side  of  the  river  of  light, 
Where  the  saints,  all  immortal  and  fair, 
Are  robed  in  their  garments  of  white. 
Over  there,  over  there. 
Oh,  think  of  the  home  over  there, 
Over  there,  over  there,  over  there, 
Oh,  think  of  the  home  over  there. 


Oh,  think  of  the  friends  over  there, 

Who  before  us  the  journey  have  trod, 
Of  the  songs  that  they  breathe  on  the  air- 
In  their  home  in  the' palace  of  God. 
Over  there,  over  there, 
Oh,  think  of  the  friends  over  there,  etc. 
My  Saviour  is  now  over  there,  [rest; 

There  my  kindred  and  friends  are  afc 
Then  away  from  my  sorrow  and  care, 
Let  me  fly  to  the  land  of  the  blest. 
Over  there,  over  there. 
My  Saviour  is  now  over  there,  etc. 
I'll  soon  be  at  home  over  there, 

For  the  end  of  my  journey  I  see; 

Many  dear  to  my  heart,  over  there. 

Are  watching  and  waiting  for  me. 

Over  there,  over  there, 

I'll  soon  be  at  home  over  there,  etc. 

55 

Oh,  come  to  the  Saviour,  believe  in  His  name, 
And  ask  Him  your  heart  to  renew; 

He  waits  to  be  gracious,  O  turn  not  away, 
For  now  there  is  pardon  for  you. 

II.  Yes,  there  is  pardon  for  you ;  :I| 
For  Jesus  has  died  to  redeem  you. 
And  offers  full  pardon  to  you. 

The  way  of  transgression  that  leads  unto 
Oh,  why  will  you  longer  pursue?       [death. 

How  can  you  reject  the  sweet  message  of  leva 
That  offers  full  pardon  for  you? 

Be  warned  of  your  danger ;  escape  to  the 
Your  only  salvation  is  there;  [cross; 

Believe,  and  that  moment  the  Spirit  of  grace  ^ 
Will  answer  your  penitent  prayer. 

"Go  work  in  My  vineyard,"  there's  plenty 

to  do, 
The  harvest  is  great  and  the  laborers  are  few; 
There's  weeding  and  fencing,  and  clearing  of 

roots,  [the  fr-uita. 

And  ploughing,  and  sowing,  and  gathering 
There  are  foxes  to  take,  there  are  wolves  to 

destroy, 
All  ages  and  ranks  I  can  fully  employ. 
I've  sheep  to  be  tended,  and   lambs  to  be 

fed,  [led. 

The  lost  must  be  gathered,  the  weary  ones 

Go  work,  go  work,  go  work  in  My  vineyard ;  there's 

plenty  to  do ;  [borers  are  few. 

Go  work,  go  work.    The  harvest  is  great,  and  the  la- 

♦*Go  work  in  My  vineyard,"  J  '''aim  thee  as 
Mine,  [thine; 

With  blood  did  I  buy  thee,  and  aH  that  ia 
Thy  time  and  thy  talents,  thy  loftiest  powers, 
Thy  warmest  affections,  thy  sunniest  nours. 
I  willingly  yielded  My  kingdom  for  thee, 


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1* 


•%,-  aong  of  archangels— to  hang  on  the  tree:  i 
In  pain  and  temptation .  in  anguish  and  shame  1  *^ 
I  paid  thy  full  ransom;  My  purchase  I  claim.  ^ 

* '  Go  work  in  My  vineyard; ' '  oh,  * '  work  while 
'tis  day,"  [away; 

The  bright  hours  of  sunsliine  are  hastening 
And  night's  gloomy  shadows  are  gathering 
fast;  [past. 

TkeH  the  time  for   our   labor   shall  ever  be 
Begin  in  the  morning,  and  toil  all  the  day. 
Thy  strength  I'll  supply,  and  thy  wages  I'll 

And^ble^aed,  thrice  blessed  the  diligent  few, 
Who  finish  the  labor  I've  given  them  to  do. 

57 

Bepth  of  mercy!  can  there  be 
Mercy  still  reserved  for  me? 
Can  my  God  His  wrath  forbear? 
Me,  the  chief  of  sinners,  spare? 
I  have  long  withstood  His  grace; 
LdB^  provoked  him  to  His  face; 
Would  not  hearken  to  His  calls. 
Grieved  Him  by  a  thousand  falls. 
Now,  incline  me  to  repent; 
Let  me  now  my  siu.s  lament; 
Now  my  foul  revolt  deplore, 
Weep,  believe,  amd  siu  no  more. 

68 

My  heart,  that  was  heavy  and  gad, 
Was  made  to  rejoice  and  be  glad. 
And  peace  without  measure  I  had, 
When  the  Comforter  came. 
Peace,  sweet  peace, 
Peace  when  the  Comforter  eame  I 
My  heart  that  was  heavy  and  sad, 
Was  made  to  rejoice  and  be  glad, 
And  peace  without  measure  I  had, 
When  the  Comforter  came. 
To  sia  and  to  evil  inclined, 
With  darkness  pervading  my  mind, 
No  rest  I  could  anywhere  find, 

Till  the  CoisQforter  came. 
The  voice  of  thanksgiving  I  raised, 
The  Lord,  my  Redeemer,  I  praised; 
I  was  at  His  mercy  amazed, 
When  the  Comforter  came. 

69 

CoHE,  sing  the  gospel's  joyful  sound. 

Salvation  full  and  free; 
Proclaim  to  all  the  world  around, 
The  year  of  jubilee! 

Salvatleo,  Salvation, 

The  grace  of  dod  doth  bring  ; 
Salvation,  Salvation, 
Thraugh  Christ  our  Lord  aad  Kiag. 
Te  mourning  souls,  aloud  rejoice; 

Te  blind,  your  Saviour  see! 
Teprisoners,  sing  wit^  thankful  voice, 
TnelJ^ord  hnth  made  you  free! 


With  rapture  swell  the  song  again, 

Of  Jesus'  dying  love; 
*Tis  peace  on  earth,  good  will  to  mec^ 

And  praise  to  God  above. 

60 

Onward!  upward!  Christian  soldier, 

Turn  not  back  nor  sheath  thy  sword., 
Let  its  blade  be  sharp  for  coi^uest, 

In  the  battle  for  the  Lord. 
From  the  great  white  throne  eternal, 

God  Himself  is  looking  down; 
He  it  is  who  now  commands  thee, 

Take  the  cross  and  win  the  crown. 

Onward!  upward!  doing,  daring 

All  for  Him  who  died  for  thee; 
Face  the  foe  and  meet  with  boldness 

Danger  whatsoe'er  it  be. 
From  the  battlements  of  glory. 

Holy  ones  are  looking  down', 
Thou  canst  almost  hear  them  shouting: 

**0n!  let  no  one  take  thy  crown.'* 

Onward!  till  thy  course  is  finished, 

Like  the  ransomed  ones  before; 
Keep  the  faith  through  persecution; 

Never  give  the  battle  o'er. 
Onward!  upward!  till  victorious, 

Thou  Shalt  lay  thy  armor  down, 
And  thy  loving  Saviour  bids  thee 

At  His  hand  receive  thy  crown, 

61 

MoBE  love  to  Thee,  O  Chrietl 

More  love  to  Thee; 
Hear  Thou  the  prayer  I  make 

On  bended  knee; 
This  is  my  earnest  plea, 
More  love,  O  Christ,  to  TheCj 

More  love  to  Thee! 

Once  earthly  joy  I  craved, 

Sought  peace  and  rest; 
Now  Thee  alone  I  seek, 

Give  what  is  best. 
This  all  my  prayer  shall  be, 
Moue  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee 

More  love  to  Thee! 

Let  sorrow  do  its  work„ 

Send  grief  or  pain; 
Sweet  are  Thy  messiengers-,. 

Sweet  their  refrain, 
When  they  can  sing  with  me,— 
More  love,  O  Christ,  to  Thee, 

More  love  to  Thee! 

Then  shall  my  latest  breath 

Whisper  Thy  praise. 
This  be  the  parting  cry 

My  heart  shall  raise; 
This  still  its  prayer  shall  be: 
More  love,  O  Christ,  tf  Thee^ 

More  love  to  The«f 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


62 

Thine,  most  gracious  Lord, 
O  make  me  wholly  Thine — 

Th4ne  in  thought,  in  word,  and  deed, 
For  Thou,  O  Christ,  art  mme. 

Wholly  Thine,  wholly  Thine ; 
Thou  hast  bought  me,  I  am  Thine; 
Btessed  Saviour,  Thou  art  mine ; 
Make  me  wholly  Thine. 

Wholly  Thme,  my  Lord, 

To  go  when  Thou  dost  oall; 
Thine  to  yield  my  very  self       t 

In  all  things,  great  and  small. 

Wholly  Thine,  O  Lord, 

In  every  passing  hour; 
Thine  in  silence.  Thine  to  speak, 

As  Thou  dost  grant  the  power. 

Wholly  Thine,  O  Lord, 

To  fashion  as  Thou  wilt, — 
iStrengthen,  bless,  and  keep  the  soul 

Which  Thou  hast  saved  from  guilt. 

Thine,  Lord,  v/holly  Thine, 

For  ever  one  with  Thee — 
Rooted,  grounded  in  Thy  love, 

Abiding,  sure,  and  free. 

63 

All  my  doubts  I  give  to  Jesus! 

I've  His  gracious  promise  heard— 
"''I  shall  never  be  confounded"  — 

I  am  trusting  in  that  word. 
II:  I  am  trusting,  fully  trusting, 
Sweetly  trusting  in  His  word.  :II 
All  my  sin  I  lay  on  Jesus! 

He  doth  wash  me  in  His  blood; 
He  will  keep  me  pui^  and  holy. 

He  will  bring  me  home  to  God. 
All  my  fears  I  give  to  Jesus! 

Rest  my  weary  soul  on  Him; 
Though  my  way  be  hid  in  darkness, 

Never.can  His  light  grow  dim. 
AH  my  joys  I  give  to  Jesus! 

He  is  all  I  want  of  bliss; 
He  of  all  the  worlds  is  Master- 
He  has  all  I  need  in  this. 
All  I  am  I  give  to  Jesus! 

All  my  body,  all  my  soul, 
All  I  have,  and  all  I  hope  for, 

While  eternal  ages  roll. 

64 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 
Does  his  successive  journeys  run; 
His  kingdom  spread  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no  more. 
From  north  to  south  the  princes  meet 
To  pay  their  homage  at  Hig  feet; 
While  western  empires  own  their  Lord, 
load  savage  tribes  attend  His  word. 


To  Him  shall  endless  prayer  be  mad«, 
And  endless  praises  crown  His  head; 
His  name  like  sweet  perfume  shall  rise 
"With  every  morning  saqrifice. 
People  and  realms  of  every  tongue 
Dwell  on  His  love  with  sweetest  song, 
And  infant  voices  shall  proclaim 
Their  early  blessings  on  His  Name.j 

65 

My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus, 

His  mercy  crowns  my  days, 
He  fills  my  cup  with  blessings, 

And  tunes  my  heart  to  praise; 
My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus, 

The  precious  Lamb  of  God, 
Who  gave  Himself  my  ransom, 

And  bought  me  with  His  blood. 

My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus, 

When,  sitting  at  His  feet, 
I  call  to  mind  His  goodness. 

In  meditation  sweet; 
My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus, 

Whatever  ill  betide; 
I'll  sing  the  grace  that  saves  me| 

And  keeps  me  at  His  side. 

My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus, 

While  pressing  on  my  way 
To  reach  the  blissful  region 

Of  pure  and  perfect  day. 
And  when  my  soul  shall  entier 

The  gate  of  Eden  fair, 
A  song  of  praise  to  Jesus 

I'll  sing  forever  there, 

ee 

Only  a  step  to  Jesus! 

Then  why  not  take  it  now? 
Come,  and  thy  sin  confessing. 

To  Him,  thy  Saviour,  bow. 

Only  a  step,  only  a  step ; 

Come,  He  waits  for  thee ; 
Come,  and,  thy  sin  confessing. 

Thou  Shalt  receive  a  blessing; 
Do  not  reject  the  mercy 

He  freely  offers  thee. 

Only  a  step  to  Jesus! 

Believe,  and  thou  shalt  live; 
Lovingly  now  He's  waiting, 

And  ready  to  forgive. 

Only  a  step  to  Jesus! 

A  step  from  sin  to  grace; 
"Whathastthy  heart  decided? 

The  moments  fly  apace. 

Only  a  step  to  Jesus! 

0  why  not  come  and  say, 
Gladly  to  Thee,  my  Saviour* 

1  give  myself  away? 


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67 

The  sands  of  time  are  sinking, 

The  dawn  of  heaven  breaks, 
The  summer  morn  I've  sighed  for  - 

The  fair,  sweet  morn  awakes. 
Dark,  4ark  hath  been  the  midnight, 

But  day-spring  is  at  hand, 
And  glory — glory  dwelleth 

In  Immanuel's  land. 
I've  wrestled  on  toward  heaven, 

'Gainst  storm  and  wind  and  tide, 
Now,  like  a  weary  traveler 

That  leaneth  on  his  guide. 
Amid  the  shades  of  evening. 

While  sinks  life's  lingering  sand, 
I  hail  the  glory  dawning 

From  Immanuel's  land. 

Deep  waters  crossed  life's  pathway. 

The  hedge  of  thorns  was  sharp; 
Now  these  lie  all  behind  me — 

O!  for  a  well-tuned  harp! 
O,  to  join  the  hallelujah 

"With  yon  triumphant  band! 
Who  sing  where  glory  dwelleth. 

In  Immanuel's  land. 

68 

Dabk  is  the  night,  and  cold  the  wind  is  blow- 
ing, [roar: 

Nearer  and  nearer  comes  the  breakers' 
Where  shall  I  go,  or  whither  fly  for  refuge? 

Hide  me,  my  Father,  till  the  storm  is  o'er. 

With  His  loving  haad  to  guide,  let  the  clouds  above 
me  roll, 
And  the  billows  in  their  fury  dash  around  me. 
I  can  brave  the  wildest  storm,  with  His  glory  in  my 
soul, 
1  can  sing  amidst  the  tempest — praise  the  Lord. 

Dark  is  the  night,  but  cheering  is  the  promise; 

He  will  go  with  me  o'er  the  troubled  wave; 
Safe  He  will  lead  me  through  the  pathless 
waters, 

Jesus,  thelMighty  One,  and  strong  to  save. 

Dark  is  the  night,  but  lo!  the  day  is  breaking, 
Onward  my  Dark,  unfurl  thy  every  sail; 

Now  at  the  helm  I  see  my  Father  standing. 
Soon  will  my  anchor  drop  within  the  vail. 

69 

Lo!  the  day  of  God  is  breaking; 

See  the  gleaming  from  afar! 
Sons  of  earth  from  slumber  waking, 
Hail  the  Bright  and  Morning  star. 
Hear  the  call  I  O  gird  your  armour  on, 

Grasp  the  Spirit's  mighty  Sword: 
Take  the  Helmet  of  salvation. 
Pressing  on  to  battle  for  the  Lord  I 
Trust  in  Him  who  is  your  Captain; 

Let  no  heart  in  terror  quail; 
Jesus  leads  the  gathering  legions, 
In  His  name  we  shall  prevail. 
2 


Onwardlmarching,  firm  and  steadf. 
Faint  not,  fear  n'Ot  Satan's  frowa, 

For  the  Lord  is  with  you  always. 
Till  you  wear  the  victor's  crowH. 

Conquering  hosts  with  banners  waving. 
Sweeping  on  o'er  hill  and  plain, 

Ne'er  shall  halt  till  swells  the  anthem. 
*' Christ  o'er  all  the  world  doth  reignr* 

70 

I've  found  a  joy  in  sorrowj 

A  secret  balm  for  pain, 
A  beautiful  to-merrow 

Of  sunshine  after  rain; 
I've  found  a  branch  of  healing 

Near  every  bitter  spring, 
A.whispered  promise  stealing 

O'er  every  broken  string. 

I've  found  a  glad  hosanna 

For  every  woe  and  wail; 
A  handful  of  sweet  manna 

When  grapes  of  Eshcol  failj 
I'-^e  found  a  Rock  of  Ages 

When  desert  wells  are  dry; 
And  after  weary  stages, 

I've  found  an  Eliin  nigh. 

An  Elim  with  its  coolness, 

Its  fountains  and-its  shade; 
A  blessing  in  its  fullness. 

When  buds  of  promise  fade. 
O'er  tears  of  soft  contrition 

I've  seen  a  rainbow  light; 
A  glory  and  fruition. 

So  near!— yet  out  of  sight. 

My  Saviour,  Thee  possessing, 

I  have  the  joy,  the  balm, 
The  healing  and  the  blessing, 

The  sunshine  and  the  psalm; 
The  promise  for  the  fearful, 

The  Elim  for  the  faint; 
The  rainbow  for  the  tearful, 

The  glory  for  v.h«  sainti 

71 

I  LOVE  to  think  of  the  heavenly  land 
Where  white-robed  angels  are: 

Where  many  a  friend  is  gathered  safe 
From  fear  and  toil  and  care. 

II:  There'll  be  no  parti'Qg,  :II 
There'll  be  no  parting, 
There'll  be  no  parting  there. 

I  love  to  think  of  the  heavenly  land 
Where  my  Redeemer  reigns, 

Where  rapturous  songs  of  triumph  rise, 
In  endless,  joyous  strains. 

I  love  to  think  of  the  heavenly  land. 

The  saints'  eternal  home. 
Where    palms,    and    robes,    and   crownir 

And  all  our  joys  are  one.       [ne'er  fad€^ 


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I  love  to  think  of  the  heavenly  land, 

The  greetings  there  we'll  meet, 
The  harps — the  songs  forever  ours — 

The  walks — the  golden  streets. 
I  love  to  think  of  the  heavenly  land, 

That  promised  land  so  fair. 
Oh,  how  my  raptured  spirit  longs 

To  be  forever  there. 

72 

**Call  them  in"— the  poor,  the  wretched. 
Sin-stained  wanderers  from  the  fold; 
Peace  and  pardon  freely  offer; 
Can  you  weigh  their  worth  with  gold? 
•*Call  them  in" — the  weak,  the  weary 
Laden  with  the  doom  of  sin; 
Bid  them  come  and  rest  in  Jesus: 
He  is  waiting — "Call  them  in.'' 

**  Call  them  inl" — the  Jew,  the  Gentile; 

Bid  the  stranger  to  the  feast; 
=  ^Call  them  in"— the  rich,  the  noble, 
From  the  highest  to  the  least: 
Forth  the  Father  runs  to  meet  them, 

He  hath  all  their  sorrows  seen; 
Eobe,  and  ring,  and  royal  sandals 
Wait  the  lost  ones— "Call  them  in." 

••'Call  them  in  " — the  mere  professors, 

Slumbering,  sleeping  on  death's  brink; 
Naught  of  life  are  they  possessors, 

Yet  of  safety  vainly  think; 
Bring  them  in — the  careless  scoffers, 

Pleasure-seekers  of  the  earth: 
Tell  of  God's  most  gracious  offers, 

And  of  Jesus'  priceless  worth. 

**Call  them  in"— the  broken-hearted, 

Cowering  'neath  the  brand  of  shame; 
Speak  Love's  message  low  and  tender, 

'  Twasfor  sinners  Jesus  came. 
See,  the  shadows  lengthen  round  us. 

Soon  the  day-dawn  will  begin; 
Can  you  leave  them  lost  and  lonely? 

Christ  is  coming— *^C&li  them  in.  '* 

73 

1  BEING  my  sins  to  Thee, 

The  sins  I  can  not  count. 
That  all  may  cleansed  be 

In  Thy  once  opened  Fount; 
I  bring  them,  Saviour,  all  to  Thee; 
The  burden  is  too  great  for  me. 
I  bring  my  grief  to  Thee, 

The  grief  I  can  not  tell; 
Ho  words  shall  needed  be. 

Thou  knowest  all  so  well; 
I  bring  the  sorrow  laid  on  me, 

0  sufiering  Saviour,  all  to  Thee. 
My  joys  to  Thee  I  bring. 

The  joys  Thy  love  has  given, 
That  each  m^ay  be  a  wing 
To  lift  me  nearer  heaven; 

1  bring  them,  Saviour,  all  to  Thee, 
Who  hast  procured  tkeia  all  f»r  me. 


My  life  I  bring  to  Thee, 

I  would  not  De  my  own; 
O  Saviour,  let  me  be 

Thine  ever,  Thin^  alone; 
My  heart,  my  life,  my  all  1  bring 
To  Thee,  my  Saviour  and  mj  King. 

74 

I  HAVE  heard  of  a  Saviour's  love, 
And  a  wonderful  love  it  must  be; 

But  did  He  come  down  from  above, 
Out  of  love  and  compassion  for  me,  for  mej 
Out  of  love  and  compassion  for  me? 

Yes,  yes,  yes,  for  me,  for  me, 

Yes,  yes,  yes,  for  me ; 
Our  Lord  from  above  in  His  infinite  love, 

On  the  cross  died  to  save  you  and  me. 

I  have  heard  how  He  suffered  and  bled. 
How  He  languished  and  died  on  the  tree; 

But  then  in  it  anywhere  said  [i^e> 

That  He  languished  and  suffered  for  me,  for 
That  He  languished  and  suffered  for  me? 

I've  been  told  of  a  heaven  on  high. 
Which  the  children  of  Jesus  shall  see; 

But  is  there  a  place  in  the  sky 
Made  ready  and  furnished  for  me,  for  me, 
Made  ready  and  furnished  for  me? 

Lord,  answer  these  questions  of  mine, 
To  whom  shnii  I  go  but  to  Thee? 

And  say  by  Thy  Spirit  divine,  [me,\  " 

There's  a  Saviour  and  heaven  for  me,  for 
There's  a  Saviour  and  heaven  for  me. 

75 

At  the  feet  of  Jesus, 

Listening  to  His  word: 
Learning  wisdom's  lesson 
From  her  loving  Lord: 
Mary,  led  by  heavenly  grace. 
Chose  tfhe  meek  disciple's  place. 

At  the  feet  of  Jesus  is  the  place  for  me, 
There  a  humble  learner  would  I  choose  to  be. 

At  the  feet  of  Jesus, 

Pouring  perfume  rare, 
Mary  did  her  Saviour, 
For  the  grave  prepare: 
And,  from  love  the  "good  work  "  done, 
She  her  Lord's  approval  won. 


At  the  feet  of  Jesus, 

In  that  morning  hour, 
Loving  hearts  receiving 
Resurrection  power: 
Haste  with  joy  to  preach  the  Word: 
'Christ  is  risen.  Praise  the  Lord!", 

At  the  feet  of  Jesus,  risen  now  for  me, 
T  shall  sing  Eis  praises  through  eternity. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nas.  I  to  6. 


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76 

Oh,  for  the  peace  that  floweth  as  a  river, 
Making    fife's    desert-places    bloom     and 
smile;  [forever," 

Oh,  for  the  faith  to  grasp  "Heaven's  bright 
Amid  the  shadows  of  earth's  •*  little  while." 

■"A  little  while"  for  patient  vigil-keeping. 
To  face  the    storm    and  wrestle   with  the 
Btrone;  [ing, 

*♦  A  little  while  "  to  sow  the  seed  with  weep- 
Then  bind  the^sheaves  and  sing  the  harvest 
song. 

**A  little  while"  the  earthen  pitcher  taking, 
To  wayside  ibrooks,  from  far-off  fountains 
fed; 

^hen  the  parched  lip  its  thirst  forever  slaking 
Beside  tne  fullness  of  the  Fountain-head. 

'♦A  little  while"  to  keep  the  oil  from  failing, 

"A  little  while"  faith's  flickering  lamp  to 

trim; 

And  then  the  Bridegroom's  coming  footsteps 

hailing,  [hymn. 

We'll  haste  to  meet  Him  with  the  bridal 

77 

Kow  just  a  word  for  Jesus; 

your  dearest  Friend  so  true, 
Come,  cheer  our  hearts  and  tell  ue 

What  He  has  done  for  you. 
Now  just  a  word  for  Jesus— 
'Twill  help  us  on  our  way; 
One  little  word  for  Jesus, 
O  speak,  or  sing,  or  pray.   . 
Kow  just  a  word  for  Jesus; 

You  feel  your  s-ins  forgiven, 
And  by  His  grace  are  striving 

To  reach  a  home  in  heaven. 
Now  just  a  word  for  Jesus; 

A  cross  it  can  not  be 
To  say,  '*  I  love  my  Saviour, 

Who  gave  His  life  for  me." 
Now  just  a  word  for  Jesus; 

Let  not  the  time  be  lost; 
The  heart's  neglected  duty 

Brings  sorrow  to  its  cost. 
Now  just  a  word  for  Jesus; 

And  if  your  faith  be  dim. 
Arise  in  all  your  weakness, 

And  leave  the  rest  to  Him. 

78 

We' BE  marching  on  to  Canaan  with  banner 
and  song,  [wrong, 

We're  soldiers  enlisted  to  fight  'gainst  the 

But,  lest  in  the  conflict  our  strength  should 
divide. 

We  ask,  Who  among  us  is  on  the  Lord's  Mde? 

fl:  Oh,  who  is  there  among  us,  the  true  ai  4  the  tried, 
Who'll  atand  by  His  colors — who'son  the  Lord's  side?  :|| 


The  sword  may  be  burnished,  the  armor  h% 

bright, 
For  Satan  appears  as  an  angel  of  light, 
Yet  darkly  the  bosom  may  treachery  hide, 
While  the  lips  are  professing  "I'm  on  the 

Lord's  sicfe." 

Who  is  there  among  us  yet  under  the  rod. 
Who  knows  not  the  paraoning  mercy  of  Godt 
Oh,  bring  to  Him  humbly  the  heart  in  its 
pride;  [Lord's  side. 

Oh,  haate,  while  He*s  waiting,  and  seen  the 

Oh,  heed  not  the  sorrow,  the  pain  and  th» 
wrong,  tf^'^S' 

For  soon  shall  our  sighing  be  changed  info 
So,  bearing  the  cross  of  our  Covenant  Guide, 
We'll   shout,  as  we  triumph,  "/'m  on  th€ 
Lord's  side/^* 

79 

Ai.As!  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed? 

And  did  my  Sovereign  die? 
Would  He  devote  that  sacred  head 
For  such  a  worm  as  I? 

Help  me,  dear  Saviour,  Thee  to  own, 

And  ever  faithful  be ; 
And  when  Thou  sittest  on  Thy  throne, 
O  I^rd,  remember  me. 
Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  had  done 

He  groaned  upon  the  tree? 
Amazing  pity!  grace  unknown! 
And  love  beyond  degree. 

Well  might  the  sun  in  darkness  hide, 

And  shut  his  glories  in,(, 
When  Christ,  the  mighty  Maker  died 

For  man,  the  creature's  sin. 

Thus  might  I  hide  my  blushing  faee, 
Whilst  His  dear  cross  appears. 

Dissolve  m^i  heart  in  thankfulness, 
And  melt  mine  eyes  to  tears. 

But  drops  of  grief  can  ne'er  repay 

The  debt  of  love  I  owe- 
Here,  Lord,  I  give  myself  away; 

»Tis  all  that  I  can  do. 

80 

Look  away  to  Je^ua, 

Soul  by  woe  oppressed; 
*Twas  for  thee  He  suffered. 

Come  to  Him  and  rest; 
All  thy  griefs  He  carried, 

All  thy  sins  He  bore; 
Look  away  to  Jesus; 

Trust  Him  evermore. 
Look  away  to  J^?su3, 

Soldier  in  the  fight: 
When  th.e  battle  thickens 

Keep  tnme  armor  bright; 
Though  thy  foes  be  many, 

Though  thy  strength  be  sm&ll^ 
Look  away  to  Jcsus^ 

He  shall  conquer  aU. 


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Look  away  to  Jesus, 

When  the  skies  are  fair; 
Calm  seas  have  their  dangers; 

Mariner,  beware! 
Earthly  joys  are  fleeting, 

Going  as  they  came, 
Look  away  to  Jesus; 

Evermore  the  same. 
Look  away  to  Jesus, 

'Mid  the  toil  and  heat; 
Boon  will  come  the  resting 

At  the  Master's  feet; 
For  the  guests  are  bidden, 

And  the  feast  is  spread; 
Look  away  to  Jesus, 

In  His  footsteps  tread. 
When  amid  the  music 

Of  the  endles-s  feas-t, 
Baints  will  sing  His  praises, 

Thine  shall  not  be  least; 
Then,  amid  the  glories 

Of  the  crystal  sea, 
Look  away  to  Jesus, 

Through  eternity. 

81 

Our  lamps  are  trimmed  and  burning, 

Our  robes  are  white  and  clean, 
We've  tarried  for  the  Bridegroom, 

Oh,  may  we  enter  in? 
We  know  we've  nothing  worthy 

That  we  can  call  our  own— 
The  light,  the  oil,  the  robes  we  wear, 

Are  all  from  Him  alone. 

Behold  the  Bridegroom  cometh, 

And  all  may  enter  in, 
Whose  lamps  are  trimmed  and  burning. 
Whose  robes  are  white  and  claan. 
Go  forth,  go  forth  to  meet  iiim. 

The  way  is  open  now. 
All  lighted  with  the  glory 

That's  streaming  from  His  brow. 
Accept  the  invitation, 

Beyond  deserving  kind; 
Make  no  delay,  but  take  your  lamps, 

And  joy  eternal  find. 
We  see  the  marriage  splendor 

Within  the  open  door; 
We  know  that  those  who  enter 

Are  blest  tor  evermore. 
We  see  He  is  more  lovely 

Than  all  the  sons  of  men, 
But  still  we  know  the  door  once  shut. 

Will  never  ope  again. 

82 

LoBD  Jesus,  I  long  to  be  perfectly  whole; 
I  want  Thee  forever  to  live  in  my  soul; 
Break  down  every  idol,  cast  out  every  foe; 
Now  iwash  me,  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than 
snow. 

Whiter  than  snow,  yes,  whiter  than  snow ; 

Now  wash  me.  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 


Lord  Jesus,  look  down  from  Thy  throne  i© 

the  skies. 
And  help  me  to  make  a  complete  sacrifice; 
I  give  up  myself,  and  whatever  I  know — 
Now  wash  me,  and  I  sh^U  be  whiter  than 

snow. 

Lord  Jesus,  for  this  I  most  humbly  entreat; 
I  wait,  blessed  Lord,  at  Thy  crucified  feet. 
By  faith,  for  my  cleansing,  I  see  Thy  blood 
flow —  [snow. 

Now  wash  me,  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than 

Lord  Jesus,  Thou  seest  I  patiently  wait; 
Come  now,  and  within  me  a  new  heart  create; 
To  those  who  have  soug^^t  Thee,  Thou  never 
said'st  No —  [snow. 

Now  wash  me,  and  I  &rfall  be  whiter  than 

83 

Fresh  from  the  throne  of  glory, 
Bright  in  its  crystal  gleam. 

Bursts  out  the  living  fountain, 
Swells  on  the  living  stream; 

Blessed  Eiver,  Let  me  ever 
Feast  my  eyes  on  thee. 

Stream  full  of  life  and  gladness, 
Spring  of  all  health  and  peace. 

No  harps  by  thee  hang  silent, 
Nor  happy  voices  cease; 

Tranquil  River,  Let  me  ever 
Sit  and  sing  by  thee. 

Eiver  of  God,  I  greet  thee, 

Not  now  afar,  but  near; 
My  soul  to  thy  still  waters 

Hastes  in  its  thirstings  here; 
Holy  River,  Let  me  ever 

Drink  of  only  thee^: 

84 

In  Zion's  Rock  abiding, 

My  soul  her  triumph  sings; 
In  His  pavilion  hiding, 
I  praise  the  King  '^f  kings. 
My  High  Tower  i»  Re  1 

To  Him  I  will  flee; 
In  Him  confide,     In  Him  abide ; 
My  High  Tower  is  He  ! 
Wild  waves  are  round  me  swelling, 

Dark  clouds  above  I  spp; 
Yet,  in  my  Fortress  dwelling, 
More  safe  I  can  not  be. 

My  Tower  of  strength  can  never 

In  time  of  trouble  fail; 
No  power  of  hell,  forever, 

Against  it  shall  prevail. 

85 

I  STOOD  outside  the  gate, 
A  poor,  wayfaring  child; 

Within  my  heart  there  beat 
A  tempest  loud  and  wil'd; 


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A  fear  oppressed  my  soul, 

That  I  might  be  too  late, 
And  oh,  I  trembled  sore, 

And  prayed  outside  the  gate. 
Oh,  "Mercy!"  loud  1  cried, 

"Now  give  me  rest  from  sin!" 
•'I  will,"  a  voi.ce  replied; 

And  Mercy  let  me  in; 
She  bound  my  bleeding  wounds, 

And  soothed  my  heart  opprest; 
She  washed  away  my  guilt, 

And  gave  me  peace  and  rest. 
In  Mercy's  guise  I  knew 

The  Saviour  long  abused, 
Who  often  Hought  my  heart. 

And  wept  when  I  refused; 
Oh!  what  a  blest  return 

For  all  my  years  of  sin! 
I  stood  outside  the  gate, 

And  Jesus  let  me  in. 

86 

Let  us  gather  up  the  sunbeams, 

Lying  all  around  our  path; 
Let  us  keep  the  wheat  and  roses. 

Casting  out  the  thorns  and  chaff, 
Let  us  find  our  sweetest  comfort 

In  the  blessings  of  to-day, 
With  a  patient  hand  removing 

All  the  briers  from  the  way. 

II:  Then  scatter  seeds  of  kindness,  :|| 
Then  scatter  seeds  of  kindness, 
For  our  reaping  by  and  by. 
Strange  we  never  prize  the  music 

Till  the  sweet-voiced  bird  is  flown! 
Strange  that  we  should  slight  the  violets 

Till  the  lovely  flowers  are  gone! 
Strange  the  summer  skies  and  sunshine 

Never  seem  one  half  so  fair. 
As  when  winter's  snowy  pinions 

Shake  the  white  down  in  the  air. 
If  we  knew  the  baby  fingers, 

Pressed  against  the  window  pane, 
Would  be  cold  and  stiff  to-morrow — 

Never  trouble  us  again— 
Would  the  bright  eyes  of  our  darling 

Catch  the  frown  upon  our  brow? — 
Would  the  prints  of  rosy  fingers 

Vex  us  then  as  they  do  now? 
Ah!  those  little  ice-cold  fingers, 

How  they  point  our  memories  back 
To  the  hasty  words  and  actions 

Strewn  alono  our  backward  track! 
How  those  little  hands  remind  us, 

As  in  snowy  grace  they  lie, 
Not  to  scatter  tnorns— but  roses—* 

For  our  reaping  by  and  by. 

87 

Onward,  Christian  soldiers, 

Marching  as  to  war, 
With  the  Cross  of  Jesua 

Going  on  before. 


Christ  the  Royal  Master 

Leads  against  the  foe, 
Forward  into  battle. 

See,  His  banners  go. 

Onward,  Christian  soldiers. 

Marching  as  to  war, 
With  the  Cross  of  Jesus 
Going  on  before. 
Like  a  mighty  army 

Moves  the  Church  of  God; 
Brothers,  we  are  treading 

Where  the  saints  have  trod; 
We  are  not  divided, 

All  one  body  we; 
One  in  hope  and  doctrine. 

One  in  charity. 
Crowns  and  thrones  may  perish. 

Kingdoms  rise  and  wane. 
But  the  Church  of  Jesus 

Constant  will  remain; 
Gates  of  hell  can  never 

'Gainst  thai  Church  prevail; 
We  have  Christ's  own  promise, 

And  that  can  not  fail. 
Onward,  then,  ye  people, 

Join  the  happy  throng, 
Blend  with  ours  your  voices 

In  the  triumph  song; 
Glory,  laud,  and  honor, 

Bnto  Christ  the  King, 
This  through  countless  ages 

Men  and  angels  sing. 

88 

Oh.  spirit,  o'erwhelmed  by  thy  failures  and 
fears,  [and  tears; 

Look  up  to  thy  Lord,  though  with  trembling 
Weak  Faith,  to  thy  call  seem  the  heavens 
<.-.  only  dumb?  [eome.  " 

To  thee  is   the  message,  '*  Hold  fast  till  I 
II:  Hold  fast  till  I  come;  :l| 
A  bright  crown  awaits  thee; 
Hold  fast  till  I  come. 
Hold  fast  when  the  world  would  allure  thee 
to  sin;  [within; 

Hold    fat«t  when  the    tempter    assails    from 
In  sunshine  or  sadness,  in  gain  or  in  loss. 
To  falter  were  madness;    Oh,   cling   to  the 
Cross. 

Thy  Saviour  is  coming  in  tenderest  love, 
To  make  up  His  jewels  and  bear  them  above; 
Oh,   child,   in   thine   anguish,   despairing  or 
dumb,  [come." 

Remember  the  message,    "  Hold  fast  till  I 

89 

Tenderly  the  Shepherd, 

O'er  the  mountains  cold, 
Goes  to  bring  His  lost  one 
Back  to  the  fold.  \ 

II:  Seeking  to  save,  seeking  to  save, 
Lost  one,  'tis  Jesus  seeking  to  save.  :| 


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Patiently  the  owner 

Seeks  with  earnest  care, 
In  the  dust  and  darkness 

Her  treasure  rare. 
Lovingly  the  Father 

Sends  the  news  around: 
*'He  once  dead  now  liveth— 

Once  lost  is  found." 

90 

Hallelujah,  He  is  risen! 

Jesus  is  gone  up  on  high! 
Burst  the  bars  of  death  asunder, 

Angels  shout  and  men  reply: 

e  IS  risen,  He  is  risen. 

Living  now,  no  more  to  die. 
Hallelujah,  He  is  risen! 

Our  exalted  Head  to  be; 
Sends  the  witness  of  the  Spirit 

That  our  advocate  is  He: 
He  is  risen.  He  is  risen, 

Justified  in  Him  are  we. 
Hallelujah,  He  is  risen! 

Death  for  aye  hath  lost  his  sting, 
Christ,  Himself  the  Resurrection, 

From  the  grave  His  own  will  bring! 
He  IS  risen,  He  is  risen, 

Living  Lord  and  coming  King. 

91 

©  CEOWN  of  rejoicing  that's  waiting  for  me, 
When  finished  my  course,  and  when  Jesus  I 
see,  [sounding  word: 

And  when  from  my  Lord  comes  the  sweet 
**  Receive,   faithful  servant,   the  joy  of   thy 
Lord." 

O  Crown  ©f  rejoicing,  O  wonderful  song ; 

O  joy  everlasting,  O  glorious  throng; 

O  beautiful  home,  my  home  can  it.be? 

O  glory  reserved  for  me  I 
O  wonderful  song  that  in  glory  I'll  sing. 
To  Him  who  redeemed  me,  to  Jesus  my  King; 
All  glory  and  honor  to  Him  shall  be  given, 
And  praises  unceasing  forever  in  heaven. 
O  joy  everlasting  when  heaven  is  won, 
Forever  in  glory  to  shine  as  the  sun; 
No  sorrow,  nor  sighing— these  all  flee  away. 
No  night  there,  no  shadows — 'tis  one  endless 

day. 
O  wonderful  name  which  the  glorified  bear. 
The  new  name  which  Jesus   bestows   on  us 

there; 
To  him  that  o'ercometh  'twill  only  be  given, 
Bleat  sign  of  approval,  our  welcome  to  heaven. 

92 

"While  foes  are  strong  and  danger  nea  % 
A  voice  falls  gently  on  my  ear; 
My  Saviour  speaks,  He  says  to  me. 
That  as  my  days  my  strength  shall  be. 
His  word  a  Tower  to  which  I  flee, 
For  as  my  days  my  strength  shall  be. 


With  such  a  promise  need  I  fear. 
For  all  that  now  I  hold  most  dear? 
No,  I  will  never  anxious  be. 
For  as  my  days  my  strength  shall  be. 
And  when  at  last  I'm  ^called  to  die, 
Still  on  Thy  promise  I'll  rely; 
Yes,  Lord,  I  then  will  trust  in  Thee, 
That  as  my  days  my  strength  shall  be, 

93 

In  the  silent  midnight  watches. 

List— thy  bosom's  door!  j 

How  it  knocketh,  knocketh,  knocketh,        ■ 

Knocketh  ever  more!  , 

Say  not  'tis  thy  pulse's  beating,  y, 

'Tis  thy  heart  of  sin; 
Tis  thy  Saviour  knocks,  and  crieth, 

"Rise,  and  let  me  in!'' 
Death  comes  down  with  reckless  footstepi, 

To  the  hall  and  hu't; 
Think  you  death  will  tarry  knocking. 

When  the  door  is  shut? 
Jesus  waiteth,waiteth,  waiteth, 

But  the  door  is  fast; 
Grieved,  awav  thy  Saviour  goeth. 

Death  breaks  in  at  last. 
Then  is't  time  to  stand  entreating 

Christ  to  let  thee  in; 
At  the  gate  of  heaven  beating, 

Wailing  for  thy  sin? 
Nay!  alas,  thou  guilty  creature! 

Hast  thou,  then,  forgot? 
Jesus  waited  long  to  know  thee, 

Now  He  knows  thee  not! 

94 

We  shall  sleep,  but  not  forever, 

There  will  be  a  glorious  dawn! 
We  shall  meet  to  part,  no,  never, 

On  the  resurrection  morn! 
From  the  deepest  caves  of  ocean. 

From  the  desert  and  the  plain, 
From  the  valley  and  the  mountain, 

Countless  throngs  shall  rise  again. 
We  shall  sleep,  but  not  forever, 

There  will  be  a  glorious  dawn ; 
We  shall  meet  to  part,^no,  never, 
On  the  resurrection  morn  1 
When  we  see  the  precious  blossom. 

That  we  tended  with  such  care. 
Rudely  taken  from  our  bosom. 

How  our  aching  hearts  despair! 
Round  its  little  grave  we  linger, 

Till  the  setting  sun  is  low, 
Feeling  all  our  hopes  have  perished 

With  the  flower  we  cherished  so. 
We  shall  sleep,  but  not  forever, 

In  the  lone  and  silent  grave; 
Blessed  be  the  Lord  that  taketh. 

Blessed  be  the  Lord  that  gave. 
In  the  bright,  eternal  city  ^ 

Death  can  never,  never  come!  ^ 
In  His  own  good  time  He'll  call  us 

From  our  rest,  to  Home,  sweet  Home. 


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23 


95 

Watchman,  tell  me,  does  the  morning 

Gf  fair  Zion's  glory  dawn? 
Have  the  signs  that  mark  His  coming 

Yet  upon  my  pathway  shone? 
Pilgrim,  yes,  arise,  look  round  thee, 

Light  is  breaking  in  the  skies; 
Bpurn  the  unbelief  that  bound  thee, 

Morning  dawns,  arise,  arise! 
See  the  glorious  li^ht  ascending 

Of  the  grand  Sabbatic  year, 
Hark!  the  voices  loud  proclaiming 

The  Messiah's  kingdom  near; 
Watchman,  yes;  I  see  just  yonder, 

Canaan's  glorious  heights  arise; 
&alem,  too,  appears  in  grandeur, 

Towering  'neath  her  sunlit  skies. 
Pilgrim,  in  that  golden  city, 

Seated  on  the  jasper  throne, 
Zion's  King,  arrayed  in  beauty, 

Reigns  in  peace  from  zone  to  zone; 
There,  on  verdant  hills  and  mountains, 

Where  the  golden  sunbeams  play, 
Purlin»  streams  and  crystal  fountains 

Sparkle  in  th'  eternal  day. 
Pilgrim,  see!  the  light  is  beaming 

Brighter  still  upon  thy  way; 
Signs  through  all  the  earth  are  gleaming, 

Omens  of  the  coming  day. 
When  the  last  loud  trumpet  sounding 

Shall  awake  from  earth  and  sea, 
All  the  saints  of  God  now  sleeping, 

Clad  in  immortality. 

96 

Give  me  the  wings  of  faith  to  rise, 

Within  the  vail,  and  see 
The  saints  above,  how  great  their  joys, 

How  bright  their  glories  be. 

Many  are  the  friends  who  are  waiting  to-day, 
Happy  on  the  golden  strand. 

Many  are  the  voices  calling  us  away. 
To  join  their  glorious  band. 

Calling  us  away,     Calling  us  away, 
Calling  to  the  better  land. 
Once  they  were  mourners  here  below. 

And  poured  out  cries  and  tears; 
They  wrestled  hard,  as  we  do  now. 

With  sins,  and  doubts,  and  fears. 
I  asked  them  whence  their  victory  came; 

They,  with  united  breath. 
Ascribe  their  conquest  to  the  Lamb, 

Their  triumph  to  His  death. 

97 

My  latest  sun  is  sinking  fast. 

My  race  is  nearly  run; 
My  strongest  trials  now  are  past, 
My  triumph  is  begun. 
O  come,  angel  band, 

Come  and  around  me  stand, 
O  bear  nte  away  c^  your  snowy  winga 
To  my  immortal  home. 


I  know  I'm  nearing  the  holy  ranks 

Of  friends  and  kindred  dear. 
For  I  brush  the  dews  on  Jordan's  banks, — 

The  crossing  must  be  near. 
I've  almost  gained  my  heavenly  home; 

My  spirit  loudly  sings; 
Thy  holy  ones,  behold,  they  come! 

I  hear  the  noise  of  wings. 
O,  bear  my  longing  heart  to  Him 

Who  bled  and  died  for  me; 
Whose  blood  now  cleanses  from  all  sin, 

And  gives  me  victory. 

98 

Thou  didst  leave  Thy  throne,  and  Thy  kingly 

crown. 

When  Thou  earnest  to  earth  for  me; 

But  in  Bethlehem's  home  there  was  found  no 

For  Thy  nativity.  [room 

Oh,  come  to  my  heart,  Lord  Jesus  1 

There  is  room  in  my  heart  for  Thee. 

Oh,  come  to  my  heart  Lord  Jesus,  come  I 

There  is  room  iu  my  heart  for  Thee. 

Heaven's  arches  rang  when  the  angels  sang 
Of  Thy  birth  and  thy  royal  degree; 

But  in  lowly  birth  didst  Thou  come  to  earth, 
And  in  greatest  humility. 

Foxes  found  their  rest,  and  the  birds  had 
their  nests 

In  the  shade  of  the  cedar  tree;  [God, 

But  Thy  couch  was  the  sod,  O  Thou  Son  of 

In  the  deserts  of  Galilee. 

Thou  camest,  O  Lord,  with  Thy  living  word, 
That  should  set  Thy  people  free; 

But  with  mocking  and  scorn,  and  with  crown 
Did  they  bear  Thee  to  Calvary,    [of  thorn. 

Heaven's  arches  shall  ring,  and  its  choirs 
shall  sing; 

At  Thv  coming  to  victory,  [is  room,'* 

Thou  wiU  call  me  home,  saying  **yet  there 

There  is  room  at  My  side  for  thee. 

99 

"  Home  at  last  "  on  heavenly  mountains, 
Heard  the  *'  Come  and  enter  in;" 
Saved  by  life's  fair  flowing  fountains. 
Saved  from  earthly  taint  and  sin. 
"  Home,  sweet  home,''  our  home  forever; 
All  the  pilgrim-journey  past ; 
Welcomed  home  to  wander,  never, 

Saved  through  Jesus — "  Home  at  last." 
Free  at  last  from  all  temptation, 
No  more  need  of  watchful  care; 
Joyful  in  complete  salvation. 

Given  the  victor's  crown  to  wear. 
Saved  to  greet  on  hills  of  glory 

Loved  ones  we  have  missed  so  long; 
Saved  to  tell  the  sinner's  story. 
Saved  to  sui.^  redemption's  song. 


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"Welcomed  at  the  pearly  portal, 

Ever  more  a  welcome  guest; 
Welcomed  to  the  life  immortal, 

In  the  mansions  of  the  blest. 

100 

The  mistakes  of  my  life  have  been  many, 
The  sins  of  my  heart  have  been  more, 

And  I  scarce  can  see  for  weeping, 
But  I'll  knock  at  the  open  door. 

I  know  I  am  weak  and  sinful, 

It  comes  to  me  more  and  more; 
But  when  the  dear  Saviour  shall  bid  me  come  in, 

I'll  enter  the  open  door. 

I  am  lowest  of  those  who  love  Him, 
I  am  weakest  of  those  who  pray; 

But  I  come  as  He  has  bidden, 
And  He  will  not  say  me  nay. 

My  mistakes  His  free  grace  will  cover, 

My  sins  He  will  wash  away, 
And  the  feet  that  shrink  ana  falter 

Shall  walk  through  the  gates  of  day. 

The  mistakes  of  my  life  have  been  many, 
And  my  spirit  is  sick  with  sin. 

And  I  scarce  can  see  for  weeping, 
But  the  Saviour  will  let  me  in. 

101 

Come,  for  the  feast  is  spread; 

Hark  to  the  call! 
Come  to  the  Living  Bread, 

Broken  for  all; 
Come  to  His  house  of  wine. 
Low  on  his  breast  recline, 
All  that  He  hath  Is  thine; 

Come,  sinner,  come. 

Come  where  the  fountain  flows — 

Biver  of  life- 
Healing  for  all  thy  woes. 

Doubting  and  strife; 
Millions  have  been  supplied, 
No  one  was  e'er  denied; 
Come  to  the  crimson  tide. 

Come,  sinner,  come. 

Come  to  the  throne  of  grace, 

Boldly  draw  near; 
He  who  would  win  the  race 

Must  tarry  here; 
Whate'er  thy  want  may  be, 
Here  is  the  grace  for  thee, 
Jesus  thy  only  plea, 

Come,  Christian,  come. 

Come  to  the  Better  Land, 

Pilgrim,  make  haste! 
Earth  is  a  foreign  strand^ 

Wilderness,  waste! 
Here  are  the  harps  of  gold. 
Here  are  the  joys  untold — 
Crowns  for  the  young  and  old; 

Come,  pilgrim,  come. 


Jesus,  we  come  to  Thee, 

Oh,  take  us  in! 
Set  Thou  our  spirits  free; 

Cleanse  us  from  sin! 
Then,  in  yon  land  of  light. 
Clothed  in  our  robes  of  white, 
Besting  not  day  nor  night, 

Thee  will  we  sing. 

102 

One  sweetly  solemn  thought 

Comes  to  me  o'er  and  o'er; 
I'm  nearer  home  to-day,  to-day. 

Than  I  have  been  before. 
II:  Nearer  my  hqme,  :|| 

Nearer  my  home  to-day,  to-day. 
Than  I  have  been  before. 
Nearer  my  Father's  house, 

Where  many  mansions  be; 
Nearer  the  great  white  throne  to-day. 

Nearer  the  crystal  sea. 
Nearer  the  bound  of  life. 

Where  burdens  are  laid  dowa; 
Nearer  to  leave  the  cross  to-day, 

And  nearer  to  the  crown. 
Be  near  me  when  my  feet 

Are  slipping  o'er  the  brink; 
For  I  am  nearer  home  to-day, 

Perhaps,  than  now  I  think. 

103 

LuFT  up,  lift  up  thy  voice  with  singing, 

Dear  land,  with  strength  lift  up  thy  voieel 
The  kingdoms  of  the  earth  are  bringing 

Their  treasures  to  thy  gates — rejoice! 
Arise  and  shine  in  youth  immortal, 

Thy  light  is  come,  thy  King  appears 
BeyoHd  the  century's  swinging  portal, 
Breaks  a  new  dawn — the  thousand  yeanti 
And  shall  His  flock  with  strife  be  riven? 

Shall  envious  lines  His  Church  divide. 
When  He,  the  Lord  of  earth  and  heaven. 

Stands  at  the  door  to  claim  His  Bride? 
Lift  up  thy  gates!  bring  forth  oblations! 

One  crowned  with  crowns  a  message  bring 
His  word,  a  sword  to  smite  the  nations; 

His  name— the  Christ,  the  King  of  kings. 
He  comes!  let  all  the  earth  adore  Him 

The  path  His  human  nature  trod 
Spreads  to  a  royal  realm  before  Him, 

The  Light  of  life,  the  Word  of  God! 

104 

I  have  entered  the  valley  of  blessing, 

And  Jesus  abides  with  me  there;  _ 

And  His  spirit  and  blood  make  my  cleansing 
complete. 
And  His  perfect  love  casteth  cut  fear. 
Oh,  come  to  this  valley  of  blessing, 

Where  Jesus  will  fullness  bestow — 
And  believe,  and  receive,  and  confess  Him, 
That  all  His  salvation  may  know. 


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as 


There  is  peace  in  the  valley  of  blessing, 
And  plenty  the  land  doth  impart, 

And  there's  rest  for  the  weary-worn  traveler's 
feet, 
And  joy  for  the  sorrowing  heart. 

laiere  is  love  in  the  valley  of  blessing. 
Such  as  none  but  the  blood-washed  may 
feel,  [to  greet, 

When  heaven  comes  down  redeemed  spirits 
And  Christ  sets  His  covenant  seal. 

There's  a  soag  in  the  valley  of  blessing. 
That  angels  would  fain  join  the  strain, 

As  with  rapturous  praises  we  bow  at  His  feet. 
Crying,  Worthy  the  Lamb  that  was  slain. 

105 

I'm  a  pilgrim,  and  I'm  a  stranger, 
I  can  tarry,  I  can  tarry  but  a  night! 

Do  not  detain  me,  for  I  am  going 
To  where  the  streamlet?  are  ever  flowing. 

I'm  a  pilgrim,  and  I'm  a  stranger; 
I  can  tarry,  I  can  tarry  but  a  night! 

Of  that  city,  to  which  I  journey. 

My  Redeemer,  my  Redeemer  is  the  light; 
There  is  no  sorrow,  nor  any  sighing, 
feNor  any  tears  there,  nor  any  dying: 

There  the  sunbeams  are  ever  shining,  [there; 

Oh,  my  longing  heart,  ray  longing  heart  is 
Here  in  this  country,  so  dark  and  dreary, 

I  long  have  wandered  forlorn  and  weary: 

106 

Oh,  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 

Say,  what  are  you  going  to  do? 
You  have  thought  of  some  useful  labor, 

But  what  is  the  end  in  view? 
You  are  fresh  from  the  home  of  your  boyhood. 

And  just  in  the  bloom  of  youth! 
Have  you  tasted  the  sparkling  water 
That  flows  from  the  fount  of  truth? 
Is  your  heart  in  the  Saviour's  keeping? 

Remember  He  died  for  y»u  ! 
Then  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 
Say,  what  are  you  going  te  do  ? 
Oh,  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 

The  morning  of  youth  is  past; 
The  vigor  and  strength  of  manhood, 

My  brother,  are  yours  at  last: 
You  are  rising  in  worldly  prospects, 

And  prospered  in  worldly  things;— 
A  duty  to  those  less  favored. 
The  smile  of  your  fortune  brings. 
Go  prove  that  your  heart  is  grateful— 

The  Lord  has  a  work  for  you ! 
Then  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 
Say,  what  are  you  going  to  do  ? 
Oh,  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 

Your  sun  at  its  noon  is  high; 
It  shines  in  meridian  splendor, 
▲nd  rides  through  a  cloudless  sky; 


You  are  holding  a  high  position, 
Of  honor,  and  trust,  and  fame; — 

Are  you  willing  to  give  the  glory 
And  praise  to  your  Saviour's  Name?  ' 

The  regions  that  sit  in  darkness 
Are  stretching  their  hands  to  you . 

Then  what  are  you  going  to  d;  brother? 
Say,  what  are  you  going  to  do  ? 

Oh,  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 

The  twilight  approaches  now; 
Already  your  locks  are  silvered, 

And  winter  is  on  your  brow: 
Your  talents,  your  time,  and  your  riches, 

To  Jesus,  your  Master,  give; 
Then  ask  if  the  world  around  you 

Is  better  because  you  live. 

You  are  nearing  the  brink  of  Jordan, 

But  still  there  is  work  for  you  ! 
Then  what  are  you  going  to  do,  brother? 

Say,  what  are  you  going  to  do  ? 

107 

Aet  thou  weary,  art  thou  languid? 

Art  thou  sore  distressed? 
"  Come  to  5ne,"  saith  One,  and  coming, 

**  Be  at  rest." 

Hath  He  marks  to  lead  me  to  Him 

If  He  be  my  guide? 
"In  His  feet  and  hands  are  wound-prints, 

And  His  side." 

Is  there  diadem  as  monarch, 

That  His  brow  adorns? 
**  Yes,  a  crown  in  very  surety. 

But  of  thorns!" 

If  I  find  Him,  if  I  follow. 

What  my  future  here? 
"  Many  a  sorrow,  many  a  labor, 

Many  a  tear." 

If  I  still  hold  closely  to  Him, 

What  hath  He  at  last? 
"Sorrow  yanquished,  labor  ended, 

Jordan  past." 

If  I  ask  Him  to  receive  me. 

Will  He  say  me  nay? 
"  Not  till  earth  and  not  till  heaven 

Pass  away."     Amen. 

108 

Shall  we  meetibeyond  the  river. 
Where  the  surges  cease  to  roll? 
Where  in  all  the  bright  forever 
Borrow  ne'er  shall  press  the  soul? 
Shall  we  meet,  shall  we  meet, 
\[:  Shall  we  meet  beyond  the  river,  :|| 
Where  the  surges  cease  to  roll  ? 
Shall  we  meet  in  that  blest  harbor, ' 

When  our  stormy  voyage  is  o'er? 
Shall  we  meet  and  cast  the  anchor 
By  the  fair,  celestial  shore? 


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Shall  we  meet  in  yonder  city, 
Wliere  the  towers  of  crystal  shine? 

"Where  the  walls  are  all  of  jasper, 
Built  by  workmanship  divine? — 

Shall  we  meet  with  Christ  our  Saviour, 
When  He  comes  to  claim  His  own? 

Shall  we  know  His  blessed  favor, 
And  sit  down  upon  His  throne? 

109 

All  gloijj*  to  Jesus  be  given, 
That  life  aua  -^alvaiion  are  free; 

And  all  may  be  wasi^ed  and  forgiven, 
And  Jesus  can  save  even  me. 

Yes,  Jesus  is  mighty  to  save, 
And  all  His  salvation  may  know 

On  His  bosom  I  lean. 

And  His  blood  makes  me  clean, 
For  His  blood  can  wash  whiter  than  snow. 

From  darkness  and  sin  and  despair. 

Out  into  the  light  of  His  love, 
He  has  brought  me  and  made  me  an  heir 

To  kingdoms  and  mansions  above. 

Oh.  the  rapturous  heights  of  His  love. 
The  measureless  depths  of  His  grace, 

My  soul  all  His  fullness  would  prove. 
And  live  in  His  loving  embrace. 

In  Him  all  my  wants  are  supplied. 
His  love  makes  my  heave-n  below. 

And  freely  His  blood  is  applied. 
His  blood  that  makes  whiter  than  snow. 

110 

There's  a  land  that  is  fairer  than  day, 

And  by  faith  we  can  see  it  afar; 
For  the  Father  waits  over  the  way, 

To  prepare  us  a  dwelling-place  there. 
II:  In  the  sweet  by-and-by, 

We  shall  meet  on  that  beautiful  shore.  :|| 
We  shall  sing  on  that  beautiful  shore 

The  melodious  songs  of  the  blest. 
And  our  spirits  shall  sorrow  no  more, 

Not  a  sigh  for  the  blessing  of  rest. 
To  our  bountiful  Father  above,! 

We  will  offer  our  tribut'e  of  praise, 
For  the  glorious  gift  of  His  love. 

And  the  blessings  that  hallow  our  days. 

Ill 

Oh,  turn  ye,  oh,  turn  ye,  for  why  will  ye  die? 
When  God  in  great  mercy  is  coming  so  nigh? 
New    Jesus     invites    you,   the     Spirit    says 

"Come," 
And  angels  are  waiting  to  wt  ^come  you  home. 

How  vain  the  delusion,  that  \,  hile  you  delay. 
Your   hearts  may  grow  better,  your  chains 
melt  away;  [you  are, 

Come  guilty,  come  wretched,  come  just  as 
All  helpless  and  dying,  to  Jesus  repair. 


The  contrite  in  heart  He  will  freely  receive. 
Oh!  why  will  you  not  the  glad  message  be- 
lieve? [come? 
If  sin  be  your  burden,  why  will  you  not 
'Tis  you  He  makes  wetcome;  He  bids  you 
come  home. 

112 

Must  Jesus  bear  the  cross  alone. 

And  all  the  world  go  free? 
No,  there's  a  cross  for  every  one, 

And  there's  a  cross  for  me. 
The  consecrated  cross  I'll  bear 

--'ji.'    '-^pth  shall  set  me  free; 
Ana  tnen  go  home  my  crown  to  wear,    | 

For  there's  a  crown  for  me. I 
Upon  the  crystal  pavement,  down 

At  Jesus'  pierced  feet, 
With  joy  I'll  cast  my  golden  crown. 

And  His  dear  name  repeat. 
O  precious  cross!  O  glorious  crown!l 

0  resurrection  day! 
Ye  angels,  from  the  stars  come  dowa 

And  bear  my  soul  away. 

113 

Through  the  valley  of  the  shadow  T  must  go, 

Where  the  cold  waves  of  Jordan  roll; 
But  the  promise  of  my  Shepherd  will  I  know. 

Be  the  rod  and  the  staff  to  my  soul. 
Even  now  down  the  valley  as  I  glide, 

I  can  hear  my  Saviour  say,  "  Follow  Me!" 
And  with  Him  I'm  not  afraid'to  cross  the  tide, 
There's  a  light  in  the  valley  for  me. 
|:  There's  a  light  in  the  valley,  :|| 
There's  a  light  in  the  valley  for  me, 
And  no  evil  will  I  fear. 
While  my  Shepherd  is  so  near, 
There's  a  light  in  the  valley  for  me. 
Now  the  rolling  of  the  billows  I  can  hear. 

As  they  beat  on  the  turf-bound  shore; 
But  the  beacon  light  of  love  so  bright  and 
clear. 
Guides  my  bark,  frail  and  lone,  safely  o'er, 
I  shall  find  down  the  valley  no  alarms. 

For  my  Saviour's  blessed  smile  I  can  see; 
He  will  bear  me  in  His  loving,  mighty  arms, 
There's  a  light  in  the  valley  for  me. 

114 

'Tis  a  goodly  pleasant  land  that  we  pilgrims 

journey  through. 
And    our    Father's    constant    blessings    fall 

around  us  like  the  dew; 
But  its  sunshine  and  its  beauty  to  our  hearts 

no  joy  can  bring,  [of  the  King. 

Like  the  splendors  that  await  us  in  the  palace 
Iniithis  goodly  pleasant   land  only  strangers 

now  are  we.  [we  long  to  be; 

For  we  seek  a  oetter  country,  and  'tis  there 
Yes,  we  long  to  swell  the  anthem  that  for 

evermore  shall  ring. 
From  the  pure  in  heart  made  perfect,  in  the 

palace  of  the  King.  -^ 


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27 


O  the  palace  ef  the  King,  royal  palace  of  the  King ; 
Where  our  Father  in  His  mercy  all  the  ransomed  ones 

will  bring;  [pass  away, 

Where  our  sorrows  and  our  trials  like  a  dream  will 
And  our  souls  shall  dwell  forever  in  the  realms  of 

endless  day. 

Our  Redeemer  is  the  Kine;  what  a  sacrifice 
He  made,  [blood  the  ransom  paid; 

"When  he  purchased  our  redemption,  and  His 

In  His  cross  shall  be  our  glory,  to  that 
blessed  cross  we'll  cling, 

Till  we  reach  the  gates  that  open  to  the  pal- 
ace of  the  King.  [His  name! 

We  shall  see  Him  by  and  by,   hallelujah  to 

Through  the  blood  of  His  atonement  life 
eternal  we  may  claim; 

We  shall  cast  our  crowns  before  Him  and  our 
songs  of  victory  sing.  [of  the  King. 

When  we  enter  m  triumphant  to  the  palace 

115 

They  dreamed  not  of  danger,  those  sinners 
Whom  Noah  was  chosen  to  warn;       [of  old. 

By  frequent  transgressions  their  hearts  had 
grown  cold, 
They  laughed  his  entreaties  to  scorn: 

Yet  .daily  he  called  them,  "Oh,  come,  sin- 
ners, come. 
Believe  and  prepare  to  embarki  [room 

Receive  ye  the  message,  and  know  there  is 

^   For  all  who  will  come  to  the  Ark." 

Then  come,  come,  oh.  come; 

There's  refuge  alone  in  the  Ark. 
Receive  ye  the  message,  and  know  there  is  room 

For  all  who  will  come  to  the  Ark. 

He  could  not  arouse  them,  unheeding  they 
stood. 

Unmoved  by  His  warning  and  prayer; 
The  prophet  passed  in   from  .the   oncoming 

And  left  them  to  hopeless  despair:      [flood, 
The    flood  -  gates  were    opened,   the  deluge 
came  on. 

The  heavens  as  midnight  grew  dark, 
Too  late,  then  they  turned,  every  foot-hold 
was  gone, 

They  perished  in  sight  of  the  Ark. 
OJsinners,  the  heralds  of  mercy  implore, 

They  cry  like  a  patriarch,  "Come;" 
The  Ark  of  salvation  is  moored  to  your  shore, 

Oh,  enter  while  yet  there  is  room!  [head. 
The  storm-cloud  of  Justice  rolls  dark  over- 

And  when  by  its  fury  you're  tossed, 
Alas!  of  your  perishing  soul  'twill  be  said, 

"They  heard,  they  refused,  and  were  lost." ' 

116 

When  my  final  farewell  to  the  world  I  have 
said. 

And  gladly  lie  down  to  my  rest;  [dead," 
When  softly  the  watchers  shall  say,  "He  is 

And  fold  my  pale  bands  o'er  my  breast; 


And  when  with  my  glorified  vision  at  last 

The  walls  of  "That  City  "  I  see. 
Will  any  one  then,  at  the  beautiful  gate. 

Be  waiting  and  watching  for  me? 
II:  Be  waiting  and  watching, 
Be  waiting  and  watching  for  me.  :H 
There  are  little  ones  glancing  about  in  my 

In  want  of  a  friend  and  a  guide;  [path. 

There  are  dear   little  eyes  looking  up  into 

Whose  tears  might  be  easily  dried,    [mine, 
But  Jesus  may  beckon  the  children  away, 

In  the  midst  of  their  grief  and  their  gle*» 
Will  any  of  them,  at  the  beautiful  gate, 

Be  waiting  and  watching  for  me? 
There    are    old    and    forsaken    who    linger 
awhile 

In  homes  which  their  dearest  have  left; 
And  a  few  gentle  word%  or  an  action  of  love 

May  cheer  their  sad  spirits  bereft.       [corn. 
But  the  Reaper  is  near   to  the  longstanding 

The  weary  will  soon  be  set  free, 
Will  any  of  them,  at  the  beautiful  gate, 

Be  waiting  and  watching  for  me? 
Oh,  should  I  be  brought  there  by  the  bounti- 
ful grace 

Of  Him  who  delights  to  forgive,  [path. 

Though  I  bless   not  the  weary  about  in  my 

Pray  only  for  self  while  I  live,  [lect, 

Methinks  I  should  mourn  o'er  my  sinful  neg- 

If  sorrow  in  heaven  can  be, 
Should  no  one  I  love,  at  the  beautiful  gate, 

Be  waiting  and  watching  for  me! 

117 

0  WHAT  shall  I  do  to  be  saved 
From  the  sorrows  that  burden  my  soul? 

Like  the  waves  in  the  storm, 

When  the  winds  are  at. war. 
Chilling  floods  of  distress  o'er  me  roll. 

What  shall  I  do?  what  shall  I  do? 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved. 
When  the  pleasures  of  youth  are  all  fled, 

And  the  friends  I  have  loved, 

From  the  earth  are  removed. 
And  I  weep  o'er  the  graves  of  the  dead? 

What  shall  I  do?  what  shall  I  do? 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved, 
When  sickness  my  strength  shall  subdue? 

Or  the  world  in  a  day. 

Like  a  cloud  rolls  away, 
And  eternity  opens  to  view? 

What  shall  I  do?  what  shall  I  do? 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

0  Lord,  look  in  mercy  on  me, 
Come,  O  come  and  speak  peace  to  my  soul. 

Unto  whom  shall  I  flee. 

Dearest  Lord,  but  to  Thee?  [whole. 

Thou    canst    make    my    poor,  broken   heart 

That  will  I  do!  that  will  I  do! 

To  Jeaus  I'll  go  iind  be  saved. 


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118 

Holy,  Holy.  Holy!  Lord  God  Almighty! 
Earl V  in  the  morning  our  song  shall  rise  to 

fbee; 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  Merciful  and  Mighty! 
God  m  three  Persons,  blessed  Trinity! 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  all  the  saints  adore  Thee, 
Casting  down  their  golden  crowns  arou4id  the 

glassy  sea:  [Thee, 

Cherubim  and  Seraphim  falling  down  before 
Which  wert  and  art,  and  evermore  shall  be. 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  though  the  darkness  hide 

Thee,  [not  see, 

Though  the  eye  of  sinful  man  Thy  glory  may 
Only  Thou  art  Holy,   there   is  none  beside 

Thee, 
Perfect  in  power,  in  lo?e  and  purity. 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  Lord  God  Almighty! 
All  Thy  works   shall    praise    Thy   name    in 

earth,  and  sky,  and  sea; 
Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  Merciful  and  Mighty! 
God  m  three  Persons,  blessed  Trinity!    Amen. 

119 

When-  the  storms  of  life  are  raging, 

Tempests  wild  on  sea  and  land, 
I  will  seek  a  place  of  refuge 

In  the  shadow  of  God's  hand. 
He  will  hide  me,  He  will  hide  me, 

Where  no  harm  can  e'er  betide  me; 
He  will  hide  me,  safely  hide  me 
lu  the  shadow  of  His  hand. 
Though  He  may  send  some  affliction, 

'Twill  but  make  me  long  for  home; 
For  in  love  and  not  in  anger 

All  His  chastenings  will  come. 
Enemies  may  strive  to  injure, 

Satan  all  his  arts  employ; 
He  will  turn  what  seems  to  harm  me 

Into  everlasting  joy. 
8o,  while  here  the  cross  I'm  bearing, 

Meeting  storms  and  billows  wild, 
.Jesus  for  my  soul  is  caring, 

taught  can  harm  His  Father's  child. 

120 

Thine,  Jesus,  Thine, 

Ho  more  this  heart  of  mine 

Shall  seek  its  joy  apart  from  Thee, 

The  world  is  crucified  to  me, 

And  I  am  Thme. 
Thine,  Thine  alone, 
My  joy,  my  hope,  my  crown; 
Now  earthly  things  may  fade  and  die, 
They  charm  my  soul  no  more,  for  I 

Am  Thine  alone. 

Thine,  ever  Thine, 

^■.^    Forever  to  recline 

'    On  love  eternal,  fixed  and  sure. 
Yes,  I  am  Thine  for  evermore, 

Lord  Jesus,  Thine. 


Thine,  Jesus,  Thine, 
Soon  in  Thy  crown  to  shine. 
When  from  the  glory  Thou  shalt  come, 
And  with  Thy  saints  shall  take  me  home, 
Lord  Jesus,  come.     ' 

121 

Long  in  darknesslwe  have  waited 
For  the  shining  of  the  Light; 

Long  have  felt  the  things  we  hated 
Sink  us  still  in  deeper  night. 

Blessed  Jesus,  loving  Saviour  I 
Tender,  faithful,  strong  and  true, 

Break  the  fetters  that  have  bound  us. 
Make  us  in  Thyself  anew. 

Now,  at  last,  the  Light  appeareth, 

Jesus  stands  upon  the  shore; 
And,  with  tender  voice.  He  calleth, 

"  Come  to  me  and  sin  no  more!" 
Nothing  have  we  but  our  weakness 

Naught  but  sorrow,  sin  and  care; 
All  within  is  loathsome  vileness,. 

All  without  is  dark  despair. 
All  our  talents  we  have  wasted. 

All  Thy  laws  have  disobeyed; 
But  Thy  goodness  now  we've  tasted. 

In  Thy  robes  we  stand  arrayed. 
Thou  hast  saved  us— do  Thou  keep  us, 

Guide  us  by  Thine  eye  divine; 
Let  the  Holy  Spirit  teach  us, 

That  our  light  may  ever  shine. 

Blessed  Jesus,  be  Thou  near  us ; 

Give  us  of  Thy  grace  to-day  ; 
While  we're  calling,  do  Thou  hear  U3, 

Send  us,  now,  Thy  peace,  we  pray. 

122 

Jesus,  gracious  One,  calleth  now  to  thee, 

"Come,  O  sinner,  come!" 
Calls  so  tenderly,  calls  so  lovingly, 
"  Now,  O  sinner,  come." 
Words  of  peace  and  blessing, 
Christ's  own  love  confessing. 

Hear  the  sweet  voice  of  Jesus, 

Full,  full  of  love ; 
Calling  tenderly,  calling  lovingly, 

"  Come,  O  sinner,  come." 

Still  He'waits  for  thee,  pleading  patiently, 

"  Come,  O  come  to  Me! 
Heavy-laden  one,  I  thy  grief  have  borne,   ■- 
Come  and  rest  in  Me." 
Words  with  love  o'erflowing,' 
Life  and  bliss  bestowing. 
Weary,  sin-sick  soul,  called  so  graciously, 

Canst  thou  dare  refuse? 
Mercy  offered  thee,  freely,  tenderly, 
Wilt  thou  still  abuse? 
Come,  for  time  is  flying. 
Haste,  thy  lamp  is  dying. 


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123 

We've  journeyed  many  a  day 

Upon  an  ocean  wide, 
Amid  the  mist  and  spray 

Of  many  a  surging  tide; 
But,  lo!  the  land  is  near! 

For  just  beyond  the  foam 
I  see  it  bright  and  clear. 

The  light  of  home,  sweet  home. 
There's  a  light  upon  the  shore,  brother, 

It  flashes  from  the  strand  ; 
The  night  is  almost  o'er,  brother, 
The  haven's  just  at  haad. 
We've  had  our  storms  of  doubt, 

Our  rains  of  bitter  tears. 
Our  fightings  fierce  without, 

Within  our  anxious  fears; 
But,  lo!  the  storms  are  past, 

They  can  not  reach  us  more; 
We've  sighted  land  at  last. 

The  blessed  stormless  shore. 
G  land  of  calmest  rest, 

Where  suns  no  more  go  down! 
O  haven  of  the  blest, 

With  bliss  and  glory  crowned! 
Ko  more  the  storm,  the  dark, 

The  breakers  and  the  foam, 
No  more  the  wail,  for  hark! 

We  hear  the  songs  of  home. 

124 

Take  my  life  and  let  it  be 
Consecrated,  Lord,  to  Thee; 
Take  my  hands  and  let  them  move 
At  the  impulse  of  Thy  love. 
All  to  Thee,  all  to  Thee, 
Consecrated,  Lord,  to  Thee. 
Take  my  feet  and  let  them  be 
Swift  and  beautiful  for  Thee; 
Take  my  voice  and  let  me  sing  ■ 
Always— only— for  my  King. 
Take  my  lips  and  let  them  be 
Filled  with  messages  from  Thee; 
Take  my  silver  and  my  gold, 
Not  a  mite  would  I  withhold. 
Take  my  moments  and  my  days, 
Let  them  flow  in  endless  praise; 
Take  my  intellect  and  use 
Every  power  as  Thou  shalt  choose. 
Take  my  will  and  make  it  Tkine, 
It  shall  be  no  longer  mine; 
Take  my  heart,  it  is  Thine  own^ 
It  shallbe  Thy  royal  throne. 
Take  my  love,  my  God,  I  pour 
At  thy  feet  its  treasure  store; 
Take  myself,  and  I  will  be 
Ever,  only,  all  for  Thee. 

125 

The  Gospel  bells  are  ringing. 
Over  land,  from  sea  to  sea: 

Blessed  news  of  free  salvation 
Do  they  offer  you  and  me. 


*'  For  God  so  lotyed  the  world 

That  His  onl^  Son  He  gave, 
Whosoe'er  believeth  in  Him 
,    Everlasting  life  shall  have."j 
Gospel  bells,  how  they  ring; 
Over  laud  from  sea  to  sea; 
Gospel  bells  freely  bring 
Blessed  news  to  you  and  me. 
The  Gospel  bells  invite  us 

To  a  feast  prepared  for  all; 
Do  not  slight  the  invitation, 

Nor  reject  the  gracious  call, 
"I  am  the  bread  of  life. 

Eat  of  Me,  thou  hungry  soul, 
Though  your  sins  be  red  as  crimson, 

They  shall  be  as  white  as  wool." 
The  Gospel  bells  give  warning, 

As  they  sound  from  day  to  oay, 
Of  the  fate  which  doth  await  them 

Who  forever  will  delay. 
**  Escape  thou,  for  thy  life; 

Tarry  not  in  all  the  plain. 
Nor  behind  thee  look,  oh,  never, 

Lest  thou  be  consumed  in  pain.'* 
The  Gospel  bells  are  joyful, 

...s  ti^ey  echo  far  and  wide, 
Bearing  notes  of  perfect  pardon, 

Through  a  Saviour  crucified. 
'•Good  tidings  of  great  joy 

To  all  people  do  I  bring, 
Ii-nto  you  is  born  a  Saviour, 

Which  is  Christ  the  Lord"  and  Kin£« 

126 

Jot  to  the  world!  the  Eord  is  come; 
The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
the  Prince  of  Peace. 
Let  every  heart  prepare  Him  room, 
The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
the  Prince  of  Peace. 

Joy  to  the  world!  the  Saviour  reigns, 
The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
the  Prince  of  Peace. 
O   praise   Him,   floods,    rocks,    hills    and 
plains,  [the  Prince  of  Peace. 

The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
He  rules  the  world  with  truth  and  grace,. 
The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
the  Prince  of  Peace. 
And  saves  us  by  His  righteousness, 
The  mighty  God,  the  Everlasting  Father,  and 
the  Prince  of  Peace. 

127 

A  RULER  once  came  to  Jesus  by  night. 

To  ask  Him  the  way  of  salvation  and  light; 

The  Master  made  answer  in  words  true  and 

plain, 
♦*  Ye  must  be  born  again." 

U;  "  Ye  must  be  born  again,  :!| 

I  verily,  verily  say  unto  xhee^ 
Ye  must  be  born  again." 


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f  e  children  of  men,  attend  to  the  word 
80  solemnly  uttered  by  Jesus,  the  Lord, 
And  let  not  this  message  to  you  be  ia  vain, 
*'  Ye  must  be  born  again." 
O  ye  who  would  enter  that  elarious  rest,        ^ 
A.nd  sing  with  the  ransomed  the  song  of  the 

blest; 
The  life  everlasting  if  ye  would  obtain, 
*'  Ye  must  be  born  agam." 
h  dear  one  in  heaven  thy  heart  yearns  to  see, 
A\.  the  beautiful  gate   may  be  v/atching  for 

thee; 
Then  list  to  the  note  of  this  solemn  refrain, 
»*  Ye  must  be  born  again." 

128 

Justice: 

Cut  it  down,  cut  it  down, ' 

Spare  not  the  fruitless  tree! 

It  spreads  a  harmful  shade  around, 

It  spoils  what  else  were  useful  ground, 

No  fruit  for  years  on  it  I've  found, 

Cut  it  down!  cut  it  down! 

Jtercy: 

One  year  more,  one  year  more. 

Oh,  spare  the  fruitless  tree  ! 

Behold  its  branches  broad  and  green, 

Its  spreading  leaves  have  hopeless  been, 

Some  fruit  thereon  may  yet  be  seen, 

One  year  more!  one  year  more! 

Justice: 

Cut  it  down,  cut  it  down. 
And  burn  the  worthless  tree! 
For  other  use  the  soil  prepare, 
Some  other  tree  will  flourish  there. 
And  in  my  vineyard  much  fruit  bear,  l 
Cut  it  down!  cut  it  down! 

Mercy: 

One  year  more,  one  year  more. 

For  mercy  spare  the  tree! 

Another  year  of  care  bestow. 

On  its  fair  form  some  fruit  may  grow, 

If  not — then  lay  the  cumberer  low, 

One  year  more!  one  year  more! 

Still  it  stands,  still  it  stands, 

A  fair,  but  fruitless  tree! 

The  Master,  seeking  fruit  thereon, 

Has  come — but,  grieved  at  finding  none, 

Nov;  speaks  to  Justice— Mercy  flown — 

Cut  it  down!  cut  it  down! 


Come  near  me,  O  my  Saviour! 

Thy  tenderness  reveal; 
O,  let  me  know  the  sympathy 

Which  Thou  for  me  dost  feel! 
I  need  Thee  every  moment; 

Thine  absence  brings  dismay* 
But  when  the  tempter  hurls  his  darts. 

'Twere  death  with  Thee  away 
)ome  near  me,  my  Redeemer, 

And  never  leave  my  side; 
Wy  bark,  when  tossed  on  trouble's  sea, 

The  storm  can  not  outride. 


Unless  Thy  word  of  power 

Arrest  the  surging  wave; 
No  voice  but  Thine  its  rage  can  que. 

No  arm  but  Thine  can  save. 
Come  near  me,  blessed  Jesus! 

I  need  Thee  in  my  joy, 
No  less  than  when  the  direst  ills 

My  happiness  destroy; 
For  when  the  sun  shines  o'er  me, 

And  flowers  strew  my  way, 
Without  Thy  wise  and  guiding  hand 

More  easily  I  stray. 
Be  near  me,  mighty  Saviour, 

When  comes  the 'latest  strife; 
For  Thou  thro'  death's  shadow  passed  ; 

And  ope'd  the  gates  of  lif^, 
And  when  among  the  ransomed 

I  stand  with  crown  and  palm. 
To  Thee,  Divine,  unfailing  Friend, 

I'll  raise  eternal  psalm. 

130 

"Why  do  you  wait,  dear  brother, 

Oh,  why  do  you  tarry  so  Idiig? 
Your  Saviour  is  waiting^  to  give  you 

A  place  in  His  sanctifaed  throng. 
^.  Why  not?  why  not? 
Why  not  come  to  Him  now  ?  :|| 
What  do  you  hope,  dear  brother. 

To  gain  by  a  further  delay? 
There's  no  one  to  save  you  but  Jesus,. 

There's  no  other  way  but  His  way. 
Do  you  not  feel,  dear  brother. 

His  Spirit  now  striving  within? 
Oh, why  not  accept  His  salvation. 

And  throw  off  thy  burden  of  sin? 
Why  do  you  wait,  dear  brother? 

The  harvest  ih  passing  away; 
Your  Saviour  is  longing  to  bless  you. 

There's  danger  and  death  in  delay. 

131 

Is  Jesus  able  to  redeem 

A  sinner  lost,  like  me? 
My  sins  so  great,  so  many  seem! 

O  sinner,  "Come  and  see." 
The  bleod  that  Jesus  shed  of  old 

Was  shed  for  you  and  me : 
And  there  is  room  within  the  fold— 
O  "  come  to  Him  and  see." 
Is  Jesus  willing  to  forgive 

A  rebel  child,  like  me? 
Who  would  not  in  His  favor  live? 

O  rebel,  "  come  and  see." 
Is  Jesus  waiting  to  relieve  "^ 

A  wanderer,  like  me, 
Who  chose  the  Father's  House  to  leaver 

O  wanderer,  "  come  and  aee." 
Is  Jesus  ready  now  to  save 

A  gjiilfv  one,  like  me, 
Who  brought  Him  to  the  cross  and  gravel^ 

Come,  guilty  one,  and  Bee. 


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132 

O  WHAT  a  Saviour,  that  He  died  for  me! 
From  condemnation  He  hath  made  me  free; 
"He  that  belie%'eth  on  the  Son,"  saith  He, 

^^Hath  everlasting  life." 

*'  Verily,  verily,  I  say  unto  you, 

Verily,  veri.y, ' '  message  ever  new ; 
•'  He  that  believeth  on  the  Son,"  'tis  true, 
"  Hath  everlasting  life." 
All  my  iniquities  on  Him  were  laid, 
All  my  indebtedness  by  Him  was  paid; 
All  who  believe  on  Him,  the  Lord  hath  said, 

^^Hath,  everlasting  life." 
Though  poor  and  needy,  I  can  trust  my  Lord; 
Though  weak  and  siniiil,  I  believe  His  word; 
O  wlad  message!  every  child  of  God 

^^Hath  everlasting  life." 
Though  all  unworthy,  yet  I  will  not  doubt. 
For  him  that  cometh  He  will  not  cast  out. 
"He  that  believeth,"  0  the  good  news  shout, 

**  Hath  everlasting  life." 

133 

If  never  the  gaze  of  sun  and  moon, 

On  the  blessed  home  above, 
From  whence  are  its  ravs  of  wondrous  noon? 

Oh!   "The  Lamb  is  the  light  thereof." 

They  shall  walk  in  white,  there  shall  be  no  night 
In  the  fadeless  home  above ; 

And  the  shout  shall  ring  as  the  ransomed  sing, 
Oh  !  "  The  Lamb  is  the  light  thereof." 
And  thus  saith  the  page  of  Holy  Writ 

Of  the  land  of  song  and  love, 
*'The  glory  of  God  did  lighten  it, I 

And  the  Lamb  is  the  light  thereof." 
Then  follow  Him  till  the  eye  grows  dim. 

And  the  soul,  as  ark-freed  dove, 
Shall  speed  away  to  realms  of  day. 

Where  "The  Lamb  is  the  light' thereof." 

134 

Oh,  how  happy  are  we. 
Who  in  Jesus  agree, 
And  expect  His  return  from  above; 
We  sit  'neath  His  vine,  and  delightfully  join 
In  the  praise  of  His  excellent  love. 
Oh,  how  happy  are  we, 
Who  in  Jesus  agree, 
How  happy,  how  happy  are  we. 
When  united  to  Him, 
We  partake  of  the  stream 
Ever  flowing  in  peace  from  the  throne. 
We  in  Jesus  believe,  and  the  Spirit  receive, 
That  proceeds  from  the  Father  and  Son. 
We  remember  the  word 
Of  our  crucified  Lord, 


When  He  went  to  prepare  us  a  place: 
"I  will  come  in  that  day  and  will  take 
away. 
And  admit  to  a  sight  of  My  fact." 


you 


Come,  Lord,  from  the  skies 
And  command  us  to  rise 
To  the  mansions  of  glory  above; 
With  Thee  to  ascend  and  eternity  spend 
In  a  rapture  of  heavenly  love." 

135 

Blessed  hope  that  in  Jesus  is  given, 

In  our  sorrow  to  cheer  and  sustain, 
That  soon  in  the  mansions  of  Heaven, 

We  shall  meet  with  our  loved  ones  again. 
II:  Blessed  hope,  blessed  hope, 

We  shall  meet  with  our  loved  ones  again.  :B 
Blessed  hope  in  the  word  God  has  spoken, 

All  our  peace  by  that  word  we  obtain; 
And  as  sure  as  God's  word  was  ne'er  broken, 

We  shall  meet  with  our  loved  ones  again. 
Blessed  hope!  how  it  shines  in  our  sorrow, 

Like  the  star  over  Bethlehem's  plain. 
That  it  may  be,  with  Him,  ere  the  morrow, 

We  shall  meet  with  our  loved  ones  again. 
Blessed  hope!  the  bright  star  of  the  morning, 

That  shall  herald  His  coining  to  reign; 
Oh,  the  glory  that  waits  its  fair  dawning, 

When  we  meet  with  our  loved  ones  again. 

136 

Tempted  and  tried! 

Oh!  the  terrible  tide  [and  wide! 

May  be   raging  and  deep,  may  be  wrathful 

Yet  its  fury  is  vain, 

For  the  Lord  shall  restrain, 
And  forever  and  ever  Jehovah  shall  reign. 

Tempted  and  tried. 

Yet  the  Lord  at  thy  side, 
Shall  guide  thee,  aud  keep  thee, 

Though  tempttjd  aud  tried. 

Tempted  and  tried. 

There  is  One  at  thy  side. 
And  never  in  vain  shall  His  children  confide! 

He  shall  save  and  defend. 

For  He  loves  to  the  end, 
Adorable  Master  and  glorious  Friend! 

Tempted  and  tried, 

Whate'er  may  betide, 
In  His  secrpt  pavilion  His  children  shall  hide, 

'Neath  the  shadowing  wing, 

Of  Eternity's  King,  [shall  sin». 

His   children   shall   trust,  and   His  servants 

Tempted  and  tried! 

Yet  tne  Lord  will  abide,         [Guide, 
Thv    faithful    Redeemer,    thv    Keeper    and 

Thy  Shield  and  thy  Sword, 

Thme  exceeding  Reward, 
Then  enough  for  the  servant  to  be  as  his  Lord. 

Tempted  and  tried, 

The  Saviour  who  died  [side; 

Hath  called  thee  to  suffer  and  reign  by  His 

His  cross  thou  shalt  bear, 

And  His  crown  thou  shalt  wear. 
And  forever  and  ever  His  glory  shalt  shar*. 


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137 


I  CAN  NOT  tell  how  precious 

The  Saviour  is  to  me, 
Since  I  have  Him  accepted, 

And  He  hath  made  me  free; 
I  can  not  tell  His  goodness, 

Enough  to  satisfy; 
And  if  you'll  only  take  Him, 

You'll  see  the  reason  why. 
I  can  not  tell  how  precious 

The  Saviour  is  to  me ; 
I  only  can  entreat  you 
To  come,  and  taste  and  see. 
I  can  not  do  for  Jesus 

As  much  as  I  should  like; 
But  I  will  e'er  endeavor 

To  work  with  all  my  might; 
For,  was  not  my  dear  Saviour 

For  sinners  crucified? 
For  me,  then,  surely,  J«.sus 

Hung  on  the  cross  and  died. 
Whene'er  I  think  of  Jesus, 

I  can  not  but  rejoice; 
To  me  He's  ever  precious, 

For  Him  I  raise  my  voisce: 
I  know  He  has  in  gloryi 

A  home  prepared  for  me. 
Where  I  shall  live  forever 

So  happy  an-d  so  free. 

138 

Beautiful  valley  of  Eden! 

Sweet  is  thy  noontide  calm; 
^ver  the  hearts  of  the  weary, 
Breathing  thy  waves  of  balm. 
Beautiful  valley  of  Eden, 

Home  of  the  pure  and  blest, 
How  often  amid  the  wild  billows 
I  dream  of  thy  rest — sweet  rest  I 
Over  the  heart  of  the  mourner 
tf     Shineth  thy  golden  day, 
Wafting  the  song  of  the  angels 

Pown  from  the  far  away. 
There  is  the  home  of  my  Saviour; 

There,  with  the  blood-washed  throng, 
Over  the  highlands  of  glory 
Bolleth  the  great  new  song. 

139 

FiBBCE  and  wild  the  storm  is  raging 

Bound  a  helpless  bark, 
fm  to  doom  'tis  swiftly  driving, 
i^'er  the  waters  dark! 
ioj,  behold  the  Saviour, 
-Toy,  the  message  hear, 
**rn  stand  by  until  the  morning, 

I've  come  to  save  you,  do  not  fear," 
Tes,  I'll  stand  by  until  the  morning, 
I've  come  to  sa*e  you,  do  not  fear. 
Weary,  helpless,  hopeless  seamen. 

Fainting  on  the  deck. 
With  what  joy  they  hail  their  Saviour, 
As  He  hails  the  wreck! 


On  a  wild  and  stormy  ocean, 

Sinkmg  'neath  the  wave. 
Souls  that  perish  heed  the  message, 

Christ  has  come  to  ^saye! 

Daring  death  thy  soul  to  rescue. 

He  in  love  has  come; 
Leave  the  wreck,  and  in  Him  trustingi 

Thou  Shalt  reach  thy  home! 

140 

We'ee  saved  by  the  blood 

That  was  drawn  from  the  side 
Of  Jesus  our  Lord, 
When  He  languished  and  died. 
Hallelujah  to  God, 

Far  redemption  so  free ; 
Hallelujah,  Hallelujah, 
Dear  Saviour,  to  Thee. 

O  yes,  'tis  the  blood 

Of  the  Lamb  that  was  slain; 
He  conquered  the  grave. 

And  He  liveth  again. 
We're  saved  by  the  blood, 

We  are  sealed  by  its  power 
'Tis  life  to  the  soul, 

And  its  hope  every  hour. 
That  blood  is  a  fount 

Where  the  vilest  may  go, 
And  wash  till  their  souls 

Shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 
We're  saved  by  the  blood. 

Hallelujah  again; 
We're  saved  by  the  blood, | 

Hallelujah,  Amen. 

141 

What  though  clouds  are  hovering  o'er  xae, 

And  I  seem  to  walk  alone — 
Longing  'mid  my  cares  and  crosses 

For  the  joys  that  now  are  flown — 
If  I've  Jesus,  ''Jesus  only," 

Then  my  sky  will  have  a  gem; 
He's  a  Sun  of  brightest  splendor, 

And  the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 
What  though  all  my  earthly  journey 

Bringeth  naught  but  weary  hours, 
And,  in  grasping  for  life's  roses. 

Thorns  I  find  instead  of  flowers— 
If  I've  Jesus,  ''Jesus  only," 

I  possess  a  cluster  rare; 
He's  the  "Lily  ®f  the  Valley," 

And  the  "  Rose  of  Sharon"  fair. 
What  though  all  my  heart  is  yearning 

For  the  loved  of  long  ago — 
Bitter  lessons  sadly  learning 

From  the  shadowy  page  of  woe — 
If  I've  Jesus,  "Jesus  only," 

He'll  be  with  me  to  the  end; 
And,  unseen  by  mortal  vision, 

Angel  bands  will  o'er  me  beiid. 


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When  I  soar  to  realms  of  glory, 

And  an  entrance  I  await. 
If  I  whisjjer,  "Jesus  only!" 

"Wide  will  ope  the  pearly  gate;! 
When  I  join  the  heavenly  chorus 

And  the  angel  hosts  I  see, 
Precious  Jesus,  •*  Jesus  only," 

Will  my  theme  of  rapture  be. 

142 

Whom  have  I,  Lord,  in  heaven  but  Thee? 

None  but  Thee!    None  but  Thee! 
And  this  my  song  through  life  shall  be, 

Christ  for  me!    Christ  for  me! 
He  hath  for  me  the  wine-press  trod. 
He  hath  redeemed  me  "by  His  blood," 
And  reconciled  my  soul  to  God. 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
I  envy  not  the  rich  their  joys, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
I  covet  not  earth's  glittering  toys, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
Earth  can  no  lasting  bliss  bestow, 
"Fading"  is  stamped  on  all  below; 
Mine  is  a  joy  no  end  can  know, 

Christ  for  me!    Christ  for  me! 
Though  with  the  poor  be  cast  my  lot, 

Christ  for  me!    Christ  for  me! 
"  He  knoweth  best,"— I  murmur  not, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
Though  "Vine  and  Fig-tree"  blightlassail, 
The  "labor  of  the  Olive  fail," 
And  death  o'-er  flocks  and  herds  prevail, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
Though  I  am  now  on  hostile  ground, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
And  sin  beset  me  all  aroujid, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
Let  earth  her  fiercest  battles  wage. 
And  foes  against  my  soul  engage, 
Stronc;  in  His  strength  I  scorn  their  rage, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
And  when  my  life  draws  to  its  close, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
Safe  in  His  arms  I  shall  repose, 

Christ  for  me!     Christ  for  me! 
When  sharpest  pains  my  frame  pervade, 
And  all  the  powers  of  nature  faae, 
Still  will  I  sing  through  death's  cold  shade, 

Christ  for  me!    Christ  for  me! 

143 

I  HAVE  heard  of  a  land  far  away, 

And  its  glories  no  tongue  can  declare; 
But  its  beauty  hangs  over  the  way, 
And  with  Jesus  I  long  to  be  there. 
II:  To  be  there,  to  be  there, 
And  with  Jesus  I  long  to  be  there.  :II 
There  are  foretastes  of  heaven  below. 

There  are  moments  like  joys  of  the  blest; 
But  the  splendors  no  mortal  can  know 
Of  the  land  where  the  weary  shall  rest, 
3 


In  that  noontide  of  glory  so  fair. 

In  the  gleam  of  the  river  of  life. 
There  are  joys  that  the  faitiiful  shall  share; 

O  how  sweetly  they  rest  from  the  strife? 
There  the  ransomed  with  Jesus  abide 

In  the  shade  of  the  sheltering  fold; 
Evermore  by  Immanuel's  side 

They  shall  dwell  in  the  glory  untold. 

144 

Glidii^o  o'er  life's  fitful  waters. 

Heavy  surges  sometimes  roll; 
And  we  sigh  for  yonder  haven. 

For  the  Home-land  of  the  soul. 
Blessed  Home-land,  ever  fair  I 

Sin  can  never  enter  there ; 
But  the  soul,  to  life  awaking 
Everlasting  bloom  shall  wear. 
Oft  we  catch  a  faint  reflection 

Of  its  bright  and  vernal  hills; 
And,  though  distant,  how  we  hail  it! 

How  each  heart  with  rapture  thrillsl 
To  our  Father,  and  our  Saviour, 

To  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
We  shall  sing  glad  songs  of  triumph 

When  our  harvest-work  is  done. 
*Tis  the  weary  pilgrim's  Home-land, 

Where  each  throbbing  care  shall  ceasBf 
And  our  longings  and  our  yearnings, 

Like  a  wave,  be  hushed  to  peace. 

145 

Would  you  lose  your  load  of  sin? 

Fix  vour  eyes  upon  Jesus; 
Would  you  know  God's  peace  within? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus. 
Jesus  who  on  the  cress  did  die, 
Jesus  who  lives  and  reigns  on  higU^ 
He  alone  can  justify ; 
Fix  your  ejes  upon  Jesus. 
Would  you  calmly  walk  the  wave? 

Fix  vour  eyes  upon  Jesus; 
Would  you  kn.ow  His  power  to  save? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus. j 
Would  you  have  your  cares  grow  Hght? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus; 

ould  you  songs  have  in  the  night? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus. 
Grieving,  would  you  comfort  know? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus; 
Humble  be  when  blessings  flowj? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus. 
Would  you  strength  in  weakness  have? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus; 
See  a  light  beyond  the  grave? 

Fix  your  eyes  upon  Jesus. 

146 

There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 

Where  saints  immortal  reign; 
Eternal  day  excludes  the  night. 

And  pleasures  banish  pain- 


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There  everlasting  springs  abides, 

And  never-fading  flowers; 
DeatJi,  like  a  narrow  sea,  divides 

That  heavenly  land  from  ours. 
Sweet  fields,  beyond  the  swelling  flood, 

Stand  dressed  in  living  green: 
So  to  the  Jews  fair  Canaan  stood, 

While  Jordan  rolled  between. 
But  timorous  mortal.'^  start  and  shrink 

To  cross  this  narrow  sea, 
And  linger,  trembling  on  the  brink, 

And  fear  to  launch  away. 
O  could  we  make  our  doubts  remove,— 

Those  gloomy  doubts  that  rise, 
And  see  the  Canaan  that  we  love. 

With  unbecloaded  eyes, — 
Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er— 
Kot  Jorc^an's  stream,  nor  death's  cold  flood. 

Should  fright  us  from  the  shore. 

147 

Oh,  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus, 

His  blood  has  redeemed  me  from  sin, 
I  weep  and  I  sing  in  my  gladness. 

To  know  He  is  dwelling  within. 
Oh,  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus, 

From  sin  and  from  sorrow  so  free ; 
So  happy  that  He  is  my  Saviour, 
So  happy  that  Jesus  loves  me. 
Oh,  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus, 

He  taught  me  the  secret  of  faith  ^ 
To  rest  in  believing  His  promise, 

And  trust  whatsoever  Me  saith. 
Oh,  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus, 

I  lay  my  whole  soul  at  His  feet; 
The  love  He  has  kindled  within  me 

Makes  service  and  suffering  sweety 
Oh,,  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus; 

If  earth  in  His  love  is  so  blest. 
What  joy  in  His  glorified  presence, 

To  sit  at  His  feet  as  His  guest. 

148 

The  gospel  trumpet's  sounding 

The  year  of  jubilee, 
And  grace  is  all  abounding 

To  set  the  bondmen  free. 

Return,  return,  ye  captives, 
Return  unto  your  home, 
||:  The  gospel  trumpet's  sounding. 
The  jubilee  is  come  !  :|| 

Forsake  yoxir  wretched  service, 
.Your  master's  claims  are  o'er; 
Avail  yourselves  of  freedom, 

Be  Satan's  slaves  no  more. 
A  better  Master's  calling. 

In  accents  true  and  kind; 
He  asks  a  loving  service. 

And  claims  a  willing  mind. 


He  offers  you  salvation. 

And  points  to  joys  above: 
And,  longing,  waits  to  make  yow 

The  objects  of  His  love. 
Injliving  faith  accept  Him, 

Give  up  all  else  beside; 
While  grace  is  loudly  calling. 

Look  to  the  Crucified. 

149 

Oh,  the  bitter  pain  and  sorrow 

That  a  time  could  ever  be. 
When  I  proudly  said  to  Jesus, 

''All  of  self  and  none  of  Thee.** 
II :  All  of  self  and  none  of  Thee,  :|1 
Whenll  proudly  said  to  Jesus, 

''All  of  self  and  none  of  Thee." 
Yet  He  found  me;  I  beheld  Him 

Bleeding  on  th' accursed  tree, 
And  my  wistful  heart  said  faintly, 

"Some  of  self  and  some  of  Thee." 
II :  Some  of  self  and  some  of  Thee,  :  || 
And  my  wistful  heart  said  faintly, 

"  Some  of  self  and  some  of  Thee." 
Day  by  day  His  tender  mercy, 

Healing,  helping,  full  and  free, 
Brought  me  lower,  while  I  whispered, 

"  Less  of  self  ai'id  more  of  Thee." 
IJiLess  of  self  and  more  of  Thee,  :|| 
Brought  me  lower,  while  I  whispered, 

"  Less  of  self  and  more  of  Thee." 
Higher  than  the  highest  heavens. 

Deeper  than  the  deepest  sea. 
Lord,  Thy  love  at  last  has  conquered, 

'■''None  of  self  and  all  of  Thee," 
II :  None  of  self  and  all  of  Thee,  :|i 
Lord,  Thy  love  at  last  has  conquered, 

'■'■None  of  self  and  all  of  Thee." 

150 

Can  it  be  right  for  me  to  go 

On  in  this  dark,  uncertain  way? 
Say  "I  believe,"  and  yet  not  know 

Whether  my  sins  are  put  away? 

I  will  no  longer  doubt  Thee,  O  Lord  J 
I  will  forever  rest  in  Thy  word. 
Can  it  be  right  in  doubt  to  wait, 

Wait  for  the  day. that  tries  the  heart. 
Ere  I  shall  learn  what  is  my  state. 

Fearing  the  Judge  should  say  depart?! 
Can  it  be  right  such  loads  to  bear. 

While  He  says  "  Come,  I'll  give  you  rest?** 
Bidding  me  cast  on  Him  my  care. 

Leaning  in  love,  upon  His  breast. 
Can  it  be  right  to  doubt  His  power. 

Both  to  forgive  and  vanquish  sin? 
Even  in  trials  of  darkest  hour. 

Can  not  His  love  give  peace  within? 
Can  it  be  right  no  soul  to  seek. 

Lest  I  should  prove  unfit  to  guide? 
Can  He  not  teach  my  tongue  to  speak? 

Will  He  not  ample  strength  pri-vide? 


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Can  it  be  right  with  such  a  Lord, 
Even  to  dread  the  hour  of  death? 

Waiting  in  faith  the  great  reward, 
Calmly  I'll  yield  my  dying  breath. 

151 

From  the  riven  rock  there  floweth 

Living  water,  ever  clear; 
Weary  pilgrim,  journeying  onward, 
Know  you  not  that  Fount  is  near? 
Jesus  is  the  Rock  of  Ages — 

Smitten,  stricken,  lo  !  He  dies  ; 
From  His  side  a  living  fountain, 
Know  you  not  it  satisfies  ? 
*' Without  money,  without  merit," 

Jesus  calls,  "Come  unto  me," 
Thirsty  traveler,  be  encouraged, 
Know  you  not  the  Fount  is  free? 

Fainting  in  the  desert,  dreary, 
Guilty  sinner,  hark!  'tis  He! 

'Tis  the  Saviour  still  entreating, 
Know  you  not  He  calleth  thee? 

152 

Thott  art  coming,  O  my  Saviour, 
Thou  art  commg!  O  my  King, 
Every  tongue  Thy  name  confessing, 

Well  may  we  rejoice  and  sing. 
Thou  art  coming!  rays  of  glory. 

Through  the  veil  Thy  death  has  rent, 

Gladden  now  our  pilgrim  pathway. 

Glory  from  Thy  presence  sent. 

Thou  art  coming,  Thou  art  coming. 

We  shall  meet  Thee  on  Thy  way. 

Thou  art  coming,  we  shall  see  Thee, 

And  be  like  Thee  on  that  day. 
Thou  art  coming,  Thou  art  coming  J 

Jesus,  our  beloved  Lord, 
O  the  joy  to  see  Thee  reigning, 
Worshiped,  glorified,  adored. 
Thou  art  coming,  not  a  shadow, 

Not  a  mist  and  not  a  tear, 
Not  a  sin  and  not  a  sorrow, 

On  that  sunrise  grand  and  clear; 
Thou  art  coming!  Jesus  Saviour, 

Nothing  else  seems  worth  a  thought, 
Oh,  how  marvelous  the  glory. 
And  the  bliss  Thy  pain  hath  bought. 

Thou  art  coming,  we  are  waiting 

With  a  hope  that  can  not  fail, 
AskLig  not  the  day  or  hour, 

Anchored  safe  within  the  veil; 
Thou  art  coming!  at  Thy  table 

We  are  witnesses  for  this 
As  we  meet  Thee  in  communion, 

Earnest  of  our  coming  bliss. 

153 

Only  trusting  in  my  Saviour, 
All  to  Him  my  soul  would  leave; 

He  has  suffered  to  redeem  me. 
And  His  word  I  now  believe. 


Now  to  Christ  alone  I'm  clinging, 

Though  the  tempest  round  me  blow; 
Heeding  not  the  clouds  above  me, 
Dreading  not  the  waves  below. 
Only  trusting,  nothing  doubting, 

This  is  all  that  I  can  do; 
Every  trial  that  befalls  me 

He  will  safely  bring  me  through. 
There  are  breakers  in  the  distance. 

Yet  no  danger  will  I  fear; 
On  the  Rock  my  feet  are  resting, 

Naught  of  harm  can  reach  me  here# 
Only  trusting,  only  trusting. 

This  is  joy  and  life  to  me; 
Thou  wilt  never  leave  me  friendless 
While  I  cling,  O  Christ,  to  Thee. 

154 

In  my  Father's  house  there  is  many  a  room. 
And  my  Lord  has  gone  to  prepare 
A  place  for  me;  O  can  it  be 
That  I  shall  be  with  Him  there? 
||;  Forever  with  Jesus  there;  :|| 
What  grace  divine,  that  He  is  mine  I 
And  I  shall  be  with  Him  there.  | 
In  my  Father's  house  there  is  endless  day, 
With  no  cloud  of  sorrow  or  care. 
No  tearful  eyes,  no  groans  or  sighs. 
They  know  who  are  with  Him  there. 
In  my  Father's  house  there's  no  want  or  woe. 
And  there  can  be  no  more  prayer; 
For  what  beside  can  God  provide. 
Since  we  shall  be  with  Him  there? 
In  my  Father's  house  there  is  no  more  death. 
For  the  life  ot  God  we  share; 
No  thought  of  sin  can  enter  in. 
For  we  Shall  be  with  Him  there. 
In  my  Father's  house  there  are  blessed  Saints, 
Who  His  holy  image  bear; 
They  find  in  this  tlieir  sweetest  bliss. 
That  they  may  be  with  Him  there. 

155 

Ten  thousand  times  ten  thousand. 

In  sparkling  raiment  bright. 
The  armies  of  the  ransomed  saints 

Throng  up  the  steeps  of 'light; 
'Tis  finished,  all  is  finished, 

Their  fight  with  death  and  sin; 
Fling  open  wide  the  golden  gates. 

And  let  the  victors  in. 
Halleluiah!  Hallelujah 

To  the  Lamb  who  once  was  slain  t 
Hallelujah  !  Hallelujah 
To  Him  who  lives  again  ! 
What  rush  of  hallelujahs 

Fill  all  the  earth  and  sky! 
What  ringing  of  a  thousand  harf 

Bespeaks  the  triumph  nigh! 
O  day,  for  which  creation 

And  all  its  tribes  were  madel 
Ojoy,  for  all  its  former  woes 
A  thousanlfoli  repaid! 


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O  then  what  raptured  greetings 

On  Canaan's  happy  shore! 
What  knitting  severed  friendships  up, 

Where  partings  are  no  more! 
Then  eyes  with  joy  shall  sparkle, 

That  brimmed  with  tears  of  late; 
Orphans  no  longer  fatherless, 

Kor  widows  desolate. 

156 

I  FEEL  like  singing  all  the  time, 

My  tears  are  wiped  away; 

For  Jesus  is  a  friend  of  mine, 

I'll  serve  Him  every  day. 

I'm  singing,  singing, 

Singing  all  the  time ; 
Singing,  singing, 
Singing  all  the  time. 

When  on  the  cross  my  Lord  I  saw, 

Nailed  there  by  sins  of  mine, 
Past  fell  the  burning  tears;  but  now 

I'm  singing  all  the  time. 
When  fierce  temptations  try  my  heart, 

I  sing  Jesus  is  mine; 
And  so,  though  tears  at  times  may  start, 

I'm  singing  all  the  time. 
The  wondrous  story  of  the  Lamb, 

Tell  with  that  voice  of  thine. 
Till  others,  with  the  glad  new  song, 

Go  singing  all  the  time. 

157 

Mine!  what  rays  of  glory  bright 

Now  upon  the  promise  shine! 
I  have  found  the  Lord  my  light; 

1  am  His,  and  He  is  mine. 

Mine,  oh,  mine,  mine,  oh, "mine, 
Jesus  Christ,  my  Lord  and  Saviour, 
I  am  His  and  He  is  mine  ! 
Mine!  the  promise  often  read. 

Now  in  living  truth  impressed. 
Once  acknowledged  m  the  head, 

Now  a  fire  within  the  breast. 
Mine!  the  promise  can  not  change, 

Mine,  though  oft  my  eyes  are  dim; 
Naught  can  from  His  love  estrange 

Tho^  who  place  their  trust  in  Him. 
Mine!  though  oft  my  hand  may  fail. 

He  is  strong  and  holds  me  fast; 
By  His  blood  I  shall  prevail, 

He  shall  lead  me  home  at  last. 
Mine!  when  death  the  bars  shall  break, 

'Mid  those  glories  all  divine. 
**  Satisfied"  I  shall  awake. 

Clasp  His  feet,  and  call  Him  mine. 

158 

Eteenity  dawns  3a  my  vision  to-day,     [pray; 
Gather  round  me  my  loved  ones  to  sing  and  to 
The  shadows  are  past,  and  the  veil  is  with- 
drawn. 
Brightly  now  does  the  morn  of  eternity  dawn. 


Hallelujah!  Hallelujah!  Hallelujah,  we  sing! 

Jesus  conquered  the  grave,  robbing  death  of  its  sting ; 

Hosanna !  again  let  the  glad  anthem  ring, 

•*  Sing  and  pray  1  Eternity  dawns !" 
Eternity  dawns!    Oh,  the  glories  that  rise. 
How  they  burst  on  my  soul  in  its  blissful  sur- 
prise; 
With  rapture  the  gleam  of  the  city  I  see, 
Where  the  crown  and.  the  mansion  are  wait- 
ing for  me.  ^^^^^^^ 
"Eternity  dawns!"     There  will  be  no  more 
I  am  nearing  the  gates  of  the  city  of  light; 
The  shadows  of  time  are  passing  away,   [pray. 
Tarry  not,  O   my  Saviour,  come   quickly,  I 
"  Eternity  dawns!"     Earth  recedes  from  my 
view;                                                      [adieu; 
Weeping  friends,  now  farewell,  I  must  bid  you 
I'm  resting  in  Jesus,  His  merits  I  plead. 
Fear  ye  not,  "for  my  God  shall  supply  all 

your  need." 
"  Eternity  dawns!"     'Tis  a  source  of  content, 
That  in  preaching  salvation  my  life  has  "^en 

spent;J 
'Tis  "Jesus  my  All,"  and  the  Saviour  of  men, 
May  His  grace  be  upon  you  forever.    Amen, 

159 

NoTHiifG,  either  great  or  small —  , 

Nothing,  sinner,  no;  ^ 

Jesus  died  and  paid  it  all. 

Long,  long  ago. 

"  It  is  finished !  '  yes  indeed, 

Finished  everj^  jot ; 
Sinner,  this  is  all  you  need ; 
Tell  me,  is  it  not  ? 
When  He,  from  His  lofty  throne 

Stooped  to  do  and  die. 
Everything  was  fully  done: 

Hearken  to  His  cry! 
Weary,  working,  burdened  one, 

Wherefore  toil  you  so? 
Cease  your  doing;  all  was  done 

Long,  long  ago. 
Till  to  Jesus'  work  you  cling 

By  a  simple  faith, 
"Doing"  is  a  deadly  thing — 

"  Doing"  ends  in  death. 
Cast  your  deadly  "  doing"  down-^      " 

Down  at  Jesus'  feet; 
Stand  in  Him,  in  Him  alone. 

Gloriously  complete. 

160 

We  speak  of  the  land  of  the  blest, 

A  country  so  bright  and  so  fair. 
And  oft  are  its  glories  contest. 

But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there? 
II:  To  be  there,  to  be  there, 
Oh,  what  must  it  be  to  be  there?  :|| 
We  speak  of  its  pathways  of  gold. 

Its  walls  decked  with  jewels  so  rare. 
Its  wonders  and  pleasures  untold. 

But  whp.t  must  it  be  to  be  there? 


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3T 


"We  speak  of  its  peace  and  its  love, 

The  robes  which  the  glorified  wear, 
The  songs  of  the  blessed  above, 

But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there? 
"We  speak  of  its  freedom  from  sin, 

From  sorrow,  temptation  and  care, 
From  trials  without  and  within, 

But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there? 
Do  Thou,  Lord,  midst  pleasure  or  woe, 

For  heaven  our  spirits  prepare, 
Then  shortly  we  also  shall  know 

And  feel  what  it  is  to  be  there! 

161 

Our  Master  has  taken  His  journey 

To  a  country  that's  far  away, 
And  has  left  us  the  care  of  the  vineyard, 
To  work  for  Him  day  by  day! 

There's  a  work  for  me  and  a  work  for  you, 
Something  for  each  of  us  now  to  do ; 
Yes,  a  work  for  me  and  a  work  for  you, 
Something  for  each  of  us  now  to  do. 
In  this  "  little  while,"  doth  it  matter. 

As  we  work,  and  we  watch,  and  we  wait. 
If  we're  filling  the  place  He  assigns  us, 
Be  its  service  small  or  great. 

There's  only  one  thing  should  concern  us. 
To  find  just  the  task  that  is  O'Urs; 

And  then,  having  found  it,  to  do  it 
With  all  our  God-given  powers. 

Our  Master  is  coming  most  surely. 

To  reckon  with  every  one; 
Shall  we  the7i  count  ou'r  toil  or  our   sorrow, 

If  His  sentence  be, I"  Weil  done  "? 

162 

Be  our  joyful  song  to-day, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus; 
He  who  took  our  sins  away, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus. 
Name  with  every  blessing  rife, 
Be  our  joy  and  hope  through  life. 
Be  our  strength  in  every  strife, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus. 
Once  we  wandered  far  ftom  God, 

Knowing  not  of  Jesus, 
Treading  still  the  downward  road, 

Leading  far  from  Jesus; 
Till  the  Spirit  taught  us  how, 
'Neath  the  Saviour's  yoke  to  bow. 
And  we  fain  would  follow  now, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus. 
Be  our  trust  through  years  to  come, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus; 
Password  to 'the  heavenly  home, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus. 
When  from  sin  and  sorrow  free, 
On  through  all  eternity, 
This  our  theme  and  song  shall  be, 

Jesus,  only  Jesus. 


163 


How  sweet  the  word  of  Christ  the  Lord, 

While  on  the  cross  He  dies, 
A  word  to  all  who  on  Him  call 

For  life  in  paradise. 

From  the  cross  the  Saviour  cries, 
Come  with  Me  to  paradise  ; 
Look  to  Me,  believe  and  live, 
Accept  the  life  I  freely  give. 
The  dying  thief,  in  full  belief, 

On  Jesus  fixed  his  eyes; 
His  only  plea,  "Remember  me, 

O  Lord,  in  paradise." 
By  man  condemned,  without  a  friend, 

Will  Jesus  heed  his  cries? 
O  blessed  Lord,  how  quick  Thy  word^ 

"To-day  in  paradise." 
Though  vile  as  he,  O  sinner,  flee. 

While  Jesus  calls,  be  wise; 
His  wojd  believe,  and  now  receive 

A  life  in  paradise. 

164 

Rejoice  with  me,  for  now  I'm  free^ 

I  joy  in  a  new  pleasure: 
From  God  above,  the  gift  of  love 

Is  mine  in  fullest  measure. 

Rejoice,  rejoice,  Christ  is  my  choice, 

His  cross  alane  my  glory  ; 
When  life  shall  last,  when  death  is  past, 
I'll  sing  the  joyful  story. 
Once  vile  with  sin,  Christ  makes  me  cleans 

Gone  13  all  condemnation; 
For  I  believe  and  now  receive 

A  full  and  free  salvation. 
In  Christ  I  live,  and  He  doth  give 

Great  joy  where  once  was  sadness; 
And  in  this  way,  from  day  to  day. 

My  life  is  filled  with  gladness. 
To  all  proclaim  His  wondrous  name. 

Repeat  the  old,  old  story; 
Till  work  is  done  and  heaven  won. 

Then  praise  Him  more  in  glory, 

165 

Tee  prize  is  set  before  us, 
To  win.  His  words  implore  ug. 
The  eye  of  God  is  o'er  us 
'     From  on  high,  from  on  high; 
His  loving  tones  are  calling 
While  sin  is  dark,  appalling, 
'Tis  Jesus  gently  calling. 
He  is  nigh,  He  is  nigh. 

By  and  by  we  shall  meet  Him, 
By  and  by  we  shall  greet  Him, 
And  with  Jesus  reign  in  glory 

By  and  by.  (^ 

We'll  follow  where  He  leadeth, 

We'll  pasture  where  He  feedeth, 

We'll  yield  to  Him  who  pleadeth 

From  on  high,  from  on  high; 


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Then  naught  from  Him  shall  sever, 
Our  hope  shall  brighten  ever, 
And  faith  shall  fail  us  never, 

He  is  nigh,  He  is  nigh. 
Our  home  is  bright  above  us, 
No  trials  dark  to  move  us, 
But  Jesus  dear  to  love  us 

There  on  high,  tliere  on  high! 
We'll  give  Him  oest  endeavor. 
And  praise  His  name  forever, 
His  precious  words  can  never, 

jjever  die,  never  die. 

166 

I  AM  trusting  Thee,  Lord  Jesus, 

Trusting  only  Thee! 
Trusting  Thee  for  full  salvation, 

Great  and  free. 
1  am  trusting  Thee  for  pardon. 

At  Thy  feet  I  bow; 
For  Thy  grace  and  tender  mercy 

Trusting  now. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  fo,r  cleansing 

In  the  crimson  flood; 
Trusting  Thee  to  make  me  holy 

By  Thy  blood. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  to  guide  me, 

Thou  alone  shalt  lead, 
Every  day  and  hour  supplying 

All  my  need. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  for  power; 

Thine  can  never  fail; 
"Words  which  Thou  Thyself  shalt  give  me 

Must  prevail. 
I  am  trusting  Thee,  Lord  Jesus, 

Never  let  me  fall; 
I  am  trusting  Thee  forever 

And  for  all! 

167 

Goon  news  from  heaven,  good  news  for  thee. 

There  flows  a  pardon,  full  and  free, 

To  guilty  sinners,  throiigh  tlie  blood 

Of  the  Incarnate  Son  yl-  God; 

He  paid  the  debt  that  thou  dids?!  owe, 

He  suff'ered  death  .for  thee  below, 

He  bore  the  wrath  divine  for  thee. 

He  groaned  and  bled  on  Calvary. 

Good  news  from  heaven,  good  news  for  thee, 

There  flows  a  pardon,  full  and  free, 

To  guilty  sinners,  through  the  hlood 

Of  the  Incarnate  Son  of  God. 
Good  news  from  heaven,  good  news  for  thee. 
The  Saviour  cries,  "  Come  unto  me 
All  ye  who  toil,  with  fears  opprest; 
Come,  weary  one,  oh,  come  and  rest." 
He  loves  thee  with  o'erflowing  love, 
He  hears  thy  prayer  in  heaven  above. 
He  all  thy  pasture  shall  prepare, 
And  lead  thee  with  a  shepherd's  care. 
Good  news  from  heaven,  good  news  for  thee. 
Has  echoed  from  eternity; 
And  loud  shall  our  hosanuas  ring. 
When  with  the  ransome**  throng  we  sing. 


"Worthy  the  lamb,  "  whose  precious  blood 
Has  made  us  kings  and  priests  to  God; 
Our  harps  we'll  tune  to  noblest  strains, 
And  glory  give  to  Him  ;who  reigns. 

168 

Saviour,  breathe  an  evening  blessing, 

Ere  repose  our  spirits  seal; 
Sin  and  want  we  come  confessing. 

Thou  canst  save  and  Thou  canst  heal. 
Though  destruction  walk  around  us,. 

Though  the  arrows  past  us  fly; 
An^el  guards  from  Thee  surround  us, 

We  arc  safe  if  Thou  art  nigh. 
Though  the  night  be  dark  and  dreary, 

Darkness  can  not  hide  from  Thee; 
Thou  art  He  who,  never  weary. 

Watchest  where  Thy  people  oe. 
Should  swift  death  this  night  o'ertake  us, 

And  our  couch  become  our  tomb. 
May  the  morn  in  heaven  awake  us. 

Clad  in  bright  and  deathless  bloom. 

169 

Sound  the  high  praises  of  Jesus  our  King, 
He  came  and  He  conquered.  His  victory  sing; 
Sing,  for  the  power  of  the  tyrant  is  broken. 
The  triumph's  complete  over  death  and  the 
grave; 
Vain  is  their  boasting,  Jehovah  hath  spoken, i 
And  Jesus  proclaimed  Himself  Mighty  tc 
Save. 
Sound  the  high  praises  of  Jesus  our  King, 
He  came  and  He  conquered,  His  victory  sing 
Praise  to  the  Conqueror!  Praise  to  the  Lord, 
The  enemy  quailed  at  the  might  of  His  word: 
In  heaven  he  ascends  and  unfolds  the  glad 
story. 
The  hosts  of  the  blessed  exult  in  His  fame; 
In  love  He  looks  down  from  the  throne  oi 
His  glory,  [name. 

And  rescues  the  ruined  who  trust  in  Hit 

170 

This. is  the  day  of  toil. 

Beneath  earth's  sultry  noon, 
This  is  the  day  of  service  true. 

But  resting  cometh  soon. 
II:  Hallelujah!  Hallelujah  I 
There  remains  a  rest  for  us.  :|I 
Spend  and  be  spent  would  we, 

While  lasteth  time's  brief  day; 
No  turning  back  in  coward  fear, 

No  lingering  by  the  way. 
Onward  we  press  in  haste, 

Upward  our  journey  still, 
Ours  is  the  path  the  Master  trod 

Through  good  report  and  ill.j 
Thelway  may  rougher  grow. 

The  weariness  increase, 
We  gird  our  loins  and  hasten  on,-^ 

The  end,  the  end  is  peace. 


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89 


171 

Theee  is  joy  among  the  angels, 

Singing  round  the  throne  above 
When  repentant  tears  are  flowing, 
"While  the  risen  Lord  is  showing 

All  the  riches  of  His  love, 
|:  All  the  riches  of  His  love.  :|| 
There  is  joy,  oh,  there  is  joy, 
Joy  that  never  can  be  told, 
"When  a  soul  that  long  has  wandered, 
Comes  within  the  Saviour's  fold. 
There  is  joy  among  the  angels, 

When  a  sinner  lieeds  the  call; 
"When  he  turns  to  Christ  believing, 
And  from  Him  is  love  receiving 

Grace  that  saves  us  one  and  all, 
J|:  Grace  that  saves  us  one  and  all.  :| 
There  is  joy  among  the  angels, 

"When  His  cause  is  speeding  on; 
"When  the  notes  of  praise  are  ringing, 
That  the  gospel  work  is  bringing 

Precious  sheaves  for  harvest  morn, 
J:  Precious  sheaves  for  harvest  morn.  ;|I 

172 

Over  the  ocean  wave,  fd,r,  far  away. 
There  the  poor  heathen  live,  waiting  for  day; 
Groping  in  ignorance,  dark  as  the  night,; 
No  blessed  Bible  to  give  them  the  light. 
Pity  them,  pity  them,  Christians  at  home, 
Haste  with  the  Bread  of  Life,  hasten  and  come. 
Here  in  this  happy  land  we  have  the  light 
Shining  from  God's  own  word,  free,  pure  and 

bright; 
Shall  we  not  send  to  them  Bibles  to  read, 
Teachers,  and  preachers,  and  all  that  they 


need? 


[bring 


Then,  while  the   mission   ships  glad  tidings 
List!  as  that  heathen  band  joyfully  sing, 
"  Over  the  ocean  wave,  oh,  see  them  come, 
Bringing  the  Bread  of  Life,  guiding  us  home." 

173 

"When  we  reach  our  P'atlier's  dwelling, 

On  the  strong  eternal  hills, 
And  our  praise  to  Him  is  swelling, 

Who  the  vast  creation  fills, 
Shall  we  then  recall  the  sadness. 

And  the  clouds  that  hung  so  dim, 
"When  our  hearts  were  turned  fJ*m  hardness. 

And  our  feet  from  patlis  of  sin? 
Yes,  we  surely  shall  reinember, 

And  His  grace  we'll  freely  own  ; 
For  the  love  so  strong  and  lender, 
That  redeemed  and  brought  us  home. 
"When  the  paths  of  prayer  and  duty, 

And  affliction  all  are  trod, 
And  we  wake  and  see  the  beauty 

Of  our  Saviour  and  our  God, 
Shall  we  then  recall  the  story 

Of  our  mortal  griefs  and  tears. 
When  on  earth  we  sought  the  glory, 

Wrestling  oft  with  doubts  and  fearsT 


And  the  way  by  which  He  brought  ua, 

All  the  grievirigs  that  He  bore, 
All  the  patient  luve  that  taught  us. 

We'll  remember  evermore; 
And  His  rest  will  be  the  dearel. 

As  we  think  of  weary  ways, 
And  His  light  will  be  the  clearer 

As  we  muse  on  cloudy  day». 

174 

"  Must  I  go  and  empty-handed," 

Thus  my  dear  Redeemer  meet? 
Not  one  day  of  service  give  Himi 

Lay  no  trophy  at  His  feet? 

"  Must  I  go  and  empty-handed," 

Must  I  meet  my  Saviour  so? 
Not  one  soul  with  which  to  greet  Him, 
Must  I  empty-handed  go? 
Not  at  death  I  shrink  nor  falter, 

For  m.y  Saviour  saves  me  now; 
But  to  meet  Him  empty-handed. 

Thought  of  that  now  clouds  my  broT?-, 
Oh,  the  years  of  sinning  wasted, 

Could  I  but  recall  them  now, 
I  would  give  them  to  my  Saviour, 

To  Hid  will  I  gladly  bow. 
Oh,  ye  saints,  arouse,  be  earnest. 

Up  and  work  while  yet  'tis  day. 
Ere  the  night  of  death  o'ertakes  thee,^ 

Strive  for  souls  while  still  you  may^' 

175 

Mr  sin  is  great,  my  strength  la  weak. 

My  path  beset  with  snares, 
But  Thou,  O  Christ,  hast  died  for  me, 

And  Thou  wilt  hear  my  prayers. 
To  Thee,  to  Thee,  the  Crucified^ 

The  sinner's  only  plea, 
Relying  on  Thy  promised  grace, 
My  faith  still  clings  to  Thee. 
Theiworld  is  dark  without  Thee,  Lord, 

I  turn  me  from  its  strife 
To  find  Thy  love  a  sweet  relief; 

Thou  art  the  Light  of  Life. 
Temptations  lure  and  fears  assaiL 

My  frail,  inconstant  heart; 
But  precious  are  Thy  promises. 

And  they  new  strength  impart.^ 
Unfold  Thy  precepts  to  my  mind. 

And  cleanse  my  bhndecl  eyes; 
Grant  me  to  work  for  Thee  on  eartfc. 

Then  praise  Thee  in  the  skies, .      "' 

176 

I've  found  the  pearl  of  greatest  price? 

My  heart  doth  sing  for  joy; 
And  sing  I  must,  for  Christ  is  mine! 
Christ  shall  my  song  employ. 

I've  found  the  pearl  of  greatest  pric«. 

My  heart  doth  sing  for  joy  ; 
And  sing  I  must,  for  Christ  is  mine  I 
Christ  shall  my  song  employ^ 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  t  to  6. 


Christ  is  my  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King: 

My  Prophet  full  of  light, 
My  great  High  Priest  before  the  throne, 

My  King  of  heavenly  might. 
For  He  indeed  is  Lord  of  lords, 

And  He  the  King  of  kings; 
He  is  the  Sun  of  Righteousness, 
if  With  healingin  His  wings. 
<Chj/st  is  my  peace;  He  died  for  me, 

For  me  He  shed  His  blood; 
-And  as  my  wondrous  Sacrifice, 

Offered  Himself  to  God. 
Christ  Jesus  is  my  all  in  all. 

My  comfort  and  my  love; 
My  life  below,  and  He  shall  be 

My  joy  and  crown  above. 

177 

*' Paint,  yet  pursuing,"  we  press  our  way 
Cp  to  the  glorious  gates  of  day; 
iiPmlowing  Him  who  has  gone  before, 
"Over  the  path  to  the  brighter  shore. 

"Faint,  yet  pursuing,"  from  day  to  day. 

Over  the  sure  and  the  blood-marked  way ; 

Strengthen  and  keep  us,  O  Saviour,  Friend, 

Ever  pursuing  unto  life's  end. 
**  Faint,  yet  pursuing,"  whate'er  befall, 
fle  who  has  died  for  us,  died  for  all; 
So  should  they  come,  as  a  mighty  throng. 
Bearing  His  banner  aloft  with  song. 

*' Faint,  yet  pursuing,"  till  eventide, 
Under  the  cross  of  the  Crucified; 
Knowing,  when  darkly  are  skies  o'ercast. 
Borrow  and  sighing  will  end  at  last. 

•*  Faint,  yet  pursuing,"  the  eye  afar 
Bees  through  the  darkness  the  Morning  Star, 
Bhedding  its  ray  for  the  weary  feet. 
Keeping  the  way  to  the  golden  street. 

178 

Beside  the  well  at  noontime, 

I  hear  a  sad  one  say: 
**  I  want  that  living  water. 

Give  me  to  drink,  I  pray; 
The  well  is  deep,  O  pilgrim, 

But  deeper  is  my  need; 
I  thirst  for  life  eternal. 

The  'Gift  of  God'  indeed." 
Ho,  every  one  that  thirsteth, 

The  living  water  buy  I 
Ye  blessed  ones  that  hunger, 
Take,  eat  and  never  die. 
Beside  the  pool  Bethesda, 

I  hear  a  mournful  cry: 
•'No  help,  no  hope  is  oflfered 

To  o-ne  so  weak  as  I;" 
Oh,  cease  thy  sad  complaining. 

The  gospel  gives  thee  cheer; 
Come  to  the  house  of  mercy. 

For  Christ  the  pool  is  here. 


'Tis  He,  the  great  Physician, 

Can  cure  the  sin-sick  soul ; 

"Rise  up  and  walk,"  He  bids  thee, 

"Thy  faith^hath  made  thee  whole." 

While  seated  on  the  hillside. 

The  hungry  ones  were  fed 

By  Him  who  said  most  truly: 

**I  am  the  living  bread;" 
'Tis  He,  the  heavenly  maana. 
Who  aoth  our  souls  restore; 
By  faith  of  Him  partaking, 
We  live  for  evermore. 

Ho,  every  one  that  thirsteth, 

The  living  water  buy  1 

Ye  blessed  ones  that  hunger, 

Take,  eat  and  never  die. 

179 

On  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand. 

And  cast  a  wishful  eye 
To  Canaan's  fair  and  happy  land. 

Where  my  possessions  lie. 
We  will  rest  in  the  fair  and  happy  land, 

Just  across  on  the  evergreen  shore, 
Sing  the  song  of  Moses  and  the  Lamb,  by  and  by, 
And  dwell  with  Jesus  evermore. 

O'er  all  those  wide-extended  plains 

Shines  one  eternal  day; 
There  God  the  Son  forever  reigns, 

And  scatters  night  away. 
When  shall  1  reach  that  happy  place, 

And  be  forever  blest? 
When  shall  I  see  my  Father's  face. 

And  in  His  bosom  rest? 
Filled  with  delight,  my  raptured  soul 

Would  here  no  longer  stay; 
Though  Jordan's  waves  around  me  roll, 

Fearless  I'd  launch  away. 

180 

O  LAND  of  rest,  for  thee  I  sigh. 

When  will  the  moment  come. 

When  I  shall  lay  my  armor  by. 

And  dwell  in  peace  at  home? 

"We'll  work  till  Jesus  comes, 

II:  We'll  work  till  Jesus  comes,  :|| 

And  we'll  be  gathered  home. 

No  tranquil  joys  on  earth  I  know 
No  peaceful  sheltering  dome: 

This  world's  a  wilderness  of  woe, 
This  world  is  not  my  home. 

To  Jesus  Christ  I  fled  for  rest; 

He  bade  me  cease  to  roam. 
And  lean  for  succor  on  His  breast, 

Till  He  conduct  me  home. 

I  sought  at  once  my  Saviour's  side. 
No  more  my  steps  shall  roamj 

With  Him  I'll  brave  death's chiUing]ti4e| 
And  reach  my  heavenly  home. 


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4t 


'  181 

1  KNOW  not  what  awaits  me, 

God  kindly  veils  mine  eyes, 
And  o'er  each  step  of  my  onward  way 

He  makes  new  scenes  to  rise; 
And  every  joy  He  sends  me,  comes 
A  sweet  and  glad  surprise. 
Where  He  may  lead  I'll  follow 

My  trust  in  Him  repose ; 
h:  And  every  hour  in  perfect  peace 
I'll  sing,  He  knows,  He  knows.  :|| 

One  step  I  see  before  me, 

'Tis  all  I  need  to  see, 
The  light.of  heaven  more  brightly  shines 

When  earth's  illusions  flee; 
And  sweetly  through  the  silence  came 

His  loving  *'  Follow  me." 

O  blissful  lack  of  wisdom, 

'Tis  blessed  not  to  know; 
He  holds  me  with  His  own  right  hand. 

And  will  not  let  me  go, 
And  lulls  my  troubled  soul  to  rest 

In  Him  who  loves  me  so. 

8o  on  I  go,  not  knowing, 
I  would  not  if  I  might; 
I'd  rather  walk  in  the  dark  with  God 

Than  go  alone  in  the  light; 
I'd  rather  walk  by  faith  with  Him 
Than  go  alone  by  sight. 

Where  He  may  lead  I'll  follow, 
My  trust  in  Him  repose ; 
1|:  And  every  hour  in  perfect  peace 
I'll  sing,  He  knows,  He  knows,  :|| 
He  knows,  He  kKows,  He  knows. 

182 

When  we  get  home  from  our  sorrow  and  care, 

And  we  stand  with  the  angels  of  light. 
Oh,  what  a  meeting  in  heaven  there'll  be. 

In  that  land  without  shadow  or  night; 
Sorrow  and  care,  tribulation  and  pain  ftomb; 

We'll    leave  when   we   pass    through    the 
Clouds  of  despair, istorms  of  trial  and  care 

We  shall  leave  for  that  beautiful  home. 
When  we  get  home,  oh,  when  we  get  home, 

Get  home  to  glory  land, 
Praises  we'll  sing  to  Jesus,  our  King, 
A  ransomed,  a  glorified  band. 
When  we  get  home  to  the  mansions  above. 

With  the  loved  ones  gone  over  before, 
Oh,  who  can  tell  what  joy  that  will  be, 

There  to  live  and  rejoice  evermore; 
Angels  will  praise,  the  Redeemer  will  smile, 

And  loved  ones  we'll  clasp  by  the  hand; 
Free  from  all  pain,  far  beyond  earthly  stain, 

JV^e  shall  dwell  in  that  beautiful  land. 

When  we  get  home,  when  the  morning  is  come, 

And  forth  from  the  city  of  gold 
Angels  of  God,  coming  down,  shall  call  home 

All  of  those  who  belong  to  His  fold: 


Will  you  be  there,  brother,  loved  ones  t» 
greet. 

Or  will  you  forever  be  lost?  dearth. 

What   is    thy    choice,   fleeting  pleasures   of 

Or  a  home  when  death's  river  is  crossed? 

183 

I  HAVE  read  of  a  beautiful  citv, 

Far  away  in  the  kingdom  of  God; 
I  have  read  how  its  walls  are  of  jasper; 

HowHts  streets  are  all  golden  and  broad. 
In  the^midst  of  the  street  is  life's  river. 

Clear  as  crystal  and  pure  to  behold; 
But  not  half  of  that  city's  bright  glory 

To  mortals  has  ever  been  told. 
11:  Not  half  has  ever  been  told ;  :|| 
Not  half  of  that  city's  bright  glory 
To  mortals  has  ever  been  told. 
I  have  read  of  bright  mansions  in  heaven. 

Which  the  Saviour  has  gone  to  prepare; 
And  the  saints  who  on  earth  have  been  faith- 
ful. 

Rest  forever  with  Christ  over  there; 
There  no  sin  ever  enters,  nor  sorrow, 

The  inhabitants  never  grow  old; 
But  not  half  of  the  joys  that  await  them 

To  mortals  has  ever  been  told. 
1  have  read  of  white  robes  for  the  righteous, 

Of  bright  crowns  which  the  glorified  wear. 
When   our  Father  shall   bid  them  "Come, 

And  my  glory  eternally  share;"         [enter. 
How  the  righteous  are  evermore  blessed 

As  they  walk  through  the  streets  of  pure 
But  not  half  of  the  wonderful  story        [gold; 

To  mortals  has  ever  been  told. 
I  have  read  of  a  Christ  so  forgiving. 

That  vile  sinners  may  ask  and  receive 
Peace  and  pardon  from  everv  transgression. 

If  when  asking  they  only  believe. 
I  have  read  how  He'll  guide  and  protect  us, 

If  for  safety  we  enter  His  fold; 
But  not  half  of  His  goodness  and  mercy 

To  mortals  has  ever  been  told. 

184 

Aee  you  coming  Home,  ye  wanderers. 

Whom  Jesus  died  to  win. 
All  foot-sore,  lame  and  weary, 

Your  garments  stained  with  sin? 
Will  you  seek  the  blood  of  Jesus 
To  wash  your  garments  white? 
Will  you  trust  His  prerious  promise. 
Are  you  coming  Hoiiie  to-night? 

II:  Are  you  cobp's;  Home  to-night,  :|| 

Are  you  ceding  Home  to  Jesus, 
Out  of  darkness  into  light  ? 

<|:  Are  you  coming  Home  to-night,  '\ 
To  your  loving,  heavenly  Fath^ 
Are  you  coming  H^me  to-tigh*? 
Are  you  coming  Home,  ye  lost  oae€f 

Behold  your  Lord  doth  wait; 
Come,  then  no  longer  linger.^ 
Come  ere  it  be  too  lato: 


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Will  you  come  and  let  Him  save  you? 

O  trust  His  love  and  might; 
Will  you  come  while  He  is  calling, 

Are  you  coming  home  to-night? 
Are  you  coming  Home,  ye  guilty. 

Who  bear  the  load  of  sin? 
Outside  you've  long  been  standing, 

Come  now  and  venture  in; 
Will  you  heed  the  Saviour's  promise, 

And  dare  to  trust  Him  quite; 
*'  Come  unto  me,"saith  Jesus; 

Are  you  coming  Home  to-night? 

185 

Sat,  where  is  thj  refuge,  poor  sinner. 

And  what  is  thy  prospect  to-day? 
Why  toil  for  the  wealth  that  will  perish, 

The  treasures  that  rust  and  decay? 
Oh!  think  of  thy  soul,  that  forever 

Must  live  on  eternity's  shore, 
When  thou,  in  the  dust  art  forgotten, 

When  pleasure  can  charm  thee  no  more. 
'Twill  profit  tbee  nothing,  but  fearful  the  cost, 
Ij:  To  gain  the  whole  world  if  thj  soul  should  be  lost.  :ll 
The  Master  is  calling  thee,  smner. 

In  tones  of  compassion  and  love, 
To  feel  that  sweet  rapture  of  pardon. 

And  lay  up  thy  treasure  above: 
Oh!  kneel  at  the  cross  where  He  suffered 

To  ransom  thy  soul  from  the  grave; 
The  arm  of  His  mercy  will  hold  thee. 

The  arm  that  is  mighty  fo  save. 
As  summer  is  waning,  poor  sinner, 

Eepent  ere  the  season  is  past; 
God's  goodness  to  thee  is  extended, 

As  long  as  the  day-beam  shall  last; 
Then  slight  not  the  warning  repeated 

With  all  the  bright  moments  that  roll 
Nor  say,  when  the  harvest  is  ended. 

That  no  one  hath  cared  for  thy  soul. 

186 

Beightlt  gleams  our  banner, 

Pointing  to  the  sky. 
Waving  wanderers  onward 

To  their  home  on  high; 
Journeying  o'er  the  desert, 

Gladly  thus  we  pray. 
And  with  hearts  united. 

T^e  our  heavenward  way. 
Brightly  gleams  our  banner. 

Pointing  to  the  sky, 
Waving  wanderers  onward 
To  their  home  on  high. 
Jesus,  Lord  and  Master, 

At  Thy  sacred  feet, 
Here  with  hearts  rejoicing, 

See  Thy  childrenlmeet; 
Often  have  we  left  Thee, 

Often  gone  astray, 
Keep  vta,  mighty  Saviour 

Xh  the  narrow  wav. 


All  our  days  direct  us 

In  the  way  we  go. 
Lead  us  on  victorious 

Over  every  foe; 
Bid  Thine  angels  shield  us. 

When  the  storm-clouds  lower, 
Pardon  Thou  and  save  us 

In  the  last  dread  hour. 
Then  with  Saints  and  Angela 

May  we  join  above, 
•.     Offering  endless  praises 

At  Thy  Throne  of  love; 
When  the  toil  is  over. 

Then  comes  rest  and  peace, — 
Jesus,  in  His  beaiuty;  — 

Songs  that  never  cease. 

187 

Heae  ye  the  glad  Good  News  f'-om  heaven? 

Life  to  a  death-doomed  race  is  given! 

Christ  on  the  cross  for  you  and  me 

Purchased  a  pardon  full  and  free. 
He  that  believeth,  he  that  believeth, 
He  that  believeth  hath  everlasting  life. 

When  we  were  lost,  the  Son  of  God 

Made  an  atonement  by  His  blood; 

When  we  the  glad  Good  News  believe. 

Then  the  atonement  we  receive. 

Why  not  believe  the  glad  Good  News? 

Why  still  the  voice  of  God  refuse? 

Why  not  believe,  when  God  hath  said. 

All,  all  our  guilt  "on  Him"  was  laid. 

188 

The  way  is  dark,  my  Father!    ||  Cloud  upon 

cloud 
Is  gathering  thickly  o'er  my  head,  and  loud 
The  thunders  roar  |  a-  |  bove  me,  H  Yet  see,  I 
stand  [hand, 

Like  one  bewildered!    Father,   |  take   my  | 
And  through  the  gloom  lead  safely  home. 
Safely  home,  safely  home, 
Lejid  safely  home  Thy  child! 
The  day  declines,  my  Father!  |  and  the  night 
Is  drawing  darkly  down.     My  faithless  sight 
Sees  I  ghostly  |  visions.  |  Fears  like  a  spectral 

band 
Encompass  me.    O  Father,  |  take  my  \  hand, 
And  from  the  night  lead  up  to  light. 
Up  to  light,  up  to  light. 
Lead  up  to  light  Thy  child! 
The  way  is  long,  my  Father!  ||  and  my  soul 
Longs  for  the  rest  and  quiet  |  of  the  |  goal;P 
While  yet  I  journey  through  this  weary  land, 
Keep  me  from  wandering.    Father,  |  take  my 
And  in  the  way  to  endless  day,     [  I  hand, 
Endless  day,  endless  day. 
Lead  safely  on  Thy  child! 
The  path  is  rougli,  my  Father!  ||  Many  a  thorn 
Has  pierced  me!  and  my  feet,  all  torn 
And  ^bleeding,  |  mark   the  |  way.    ||  Yet  Thj 
command  [hand; 

Bids  me  press  fv)rward.    FUber,  ]  take  my  1 1 


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Then  safe  and  blest,  O  lead  to  rest, 
Lead  to  rest,  lead  to  rest, 
O  lead  to  rest  Thy  child! 
The  throng  is  great,  my  Father!    |j    Many  a 

doubt 
And  fear  of  danger  compass  me  about; 
And  foes  op-  |  press  me  |  sore.      |1  I  can  not 

stand, 
Or  go,  alone.    O  Father!  |  take  my  |  hand; 
And  through  the  throng,  lead  safe  along, 
Safe  along,  safe  along, 
Lead  safe  along  Thy  child, 
i  The  cross  is  heavy.  Father!   ||  I  have  borne 
It  long,  and  |  still  do  |  bear  it.    |1  Let  my  worn 
And  fainting  spirit  rise  to  that  bright  land 
Where  crowns  are  given.    Father,  |  take  my 
I  hand; 
And,  reaching  down,  lead  to  the  crown, 
To  the  crown,  to  the  crown, 
Lead  to  the  crown  Thy  child. 

189 

Heavenly  Father,  we  beseech  Thee, 

Grant  Thy  blessing  ere  we  part; 
Take  us  in  Thy  care  and  keeping. 

Guard  from  evil  every  heart. 

Bless  the  words  we  here  have  spoken, 
Offered  prayer  and  cheerful  strain; 
If  Thy  will,  6  Lord,  we  pray  Thee, 
Grant  we  all  may  meet  again. 
Loving  Saviour,  go  Thou  with  us. 

Be  our  comfort  and  our  stay; 
Grateful  praise  to  Thee  we  render, 

For  the  joy  we  feel  to-day. 
Holy  Spirit,  dwell  within  us. 

May  our  souls  Thy  Temple  be; 
May  we  tread  the  patli  to  glory. 

Led  and  guided  still  by  Thee. 
Heavenly  Father,  Loving  Saviour, 

Holy  Spirit,  Three  in  One; 
As  among  Thy  saints  and  angels, 

So  on  earth.  Thy  will  be  done. 

190 

The  gospel  of  Thy  grace 

My  stubborn  heart  has  won, 
**  For  God  so  loved  the  world. 
He  gave  His  only  Son, 

"That  whosoever  will  believe, 
Shall  everlasting  life  receive  !" 
"Shall  everlasting  life  receive  I" 
The  serpent  "  lifted  up  " 

Could  life  and  healing  give, 
So  Jesus  on  the  cross 
Bids  me  to  loolt  and  live; 
For  "Whosoever,"  etc. 
**  The  soul  that  sinneth  dies:" 

My  awful  doom  I  heard; 
I  was  forever  lost. 
But  for  Thy  gracious  word 
"That  whosoever,"  etc. 


"Not  to  condemn  the  world" 

The  ''Man  of  sorrows"  came; 
But  that  the  world  might  have 

Salvation  through  His  name; 
For  "Whosoever,"  etc. 
"Lord,  help  my  unbelief!" 

Give  me  the  peace  of  faith. 
To  rest  with  child-like  tru^t 

On  what  Thy  gospel  saith, 
"That  whosoever,"  etc. 

191 

Glory  be  to  the  Father,  and  to  the  Son,  and  t« 

the  Holy  Ghost, 
As  it  was  in  the  beginning,  is  now,  and  ever 

shall  be,  world  without  end.     Amen. 

192 

Tell  it  out  among  the  nations  that  the  Lord 

Tell  it  out!     Tell  it  out!  [is  King, 

Tell  it  out  among  the  nations,  bid  tuem  shout 

Tell  it  out!  Tell  it  out!  [and  sing; 
Tell  it  out  with  adoration  that  He  shall  in- 
crease, [Peace; 
That  the  mighty  King  of  Glory  is  the  King  of 
Tell  it  out  with  jubilation,  let  the  song  ne'er 

Tell  it  out!    Tell  it  out!  [cease; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  people  that  the  Saviour 

Tell  it  out!    Tell  it  outi  [reigns; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  heathen,  bid  them  break 

Tell  it  out!    Tell  it  out!  [their  chains; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  weeping  ones  that  Jesus 

lives,  [gives, 

Tell  it  out  among  the  weary  ones  what  rest  He 

Tell  it  out  among  the  sinners  that  He  came  to 

Tell  it  out!    Tell  it  out!  [save; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  people,  Jesus  reigns 

Tell  it  out!     Tell  it  out!  [above; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  nations  that  His  reign 

Tell  it  out!     Tell  it  out!  [is  love; 

Tell  it  out  among  the  highways  and  the  lanes 

at  home,  [ocean's  foam, 

Let    it    ring  across   the   nx^antains   and  the 

That  the  weary,  heavy-laden,  need  no  longer 

Tell  it  out!    Tell  it  out!  [roam; 

193 

Light  after  darkness, 

Gain  after  loss, 
Strength  after  weakness 

Crown  after  cross; 
Sweet  after  bitter, 

Hope  after  fears. 
Home  after  wandering, 

Praise  after  tears. 
Sheaves  after  sowing, 

Sun  after  rain. 
Sight  after  mystery, 

Peace  after  pain; 
Joy  after  sorrow. 

Calm  after  blast. 
Rest  after  weariness. 

Sweet  rest  at  last. 


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Near  after  distant, 

Gleam  after  gloom, 
Love  after  loneliness, 

Life  after  tomb; 
After  long  agony, 

Rapture  of  bliss, 
Ei»ht  was  the  pathway 

Leading  to  this. 

194 

-CHory,  glory  be  to  Jesus, 

Glory  to  His  precious  name; 
fiweet  it  is  to  sound  His  praises, 

Blest  it  is  to  spread  His  fame. 
Glory,  glory,  hallelujah  I 

Glory  be  to  Jesus'  name, 
Sweet  it  is  fo  sound  His  praises, 
•  Blest  it  is  to  spread  His  fame. 

In  the  place  of  His  rejection, 

Where  He  suffered,  where  He  died, 
Bursts  of  ho'ly  praise  ascending, 

Greets  the  glorious  Crucified. 
Here  was  marred  His  blessed  visage, 

Here  His  brow  was  wreathed  with  thorn, 
Here  the  object  of  derision, 

Bitter  taunt  and  mocking  scorn. 
Yes,  triumphant  hallelujahs 

Still  arise  to  greet  His  name, 
Sweet  it  is  to  sound  His  praises 

Blest  it  is  to  spread  His  fame. 

195 

What  can  wash  away  my  stain? 

Nothing  but  the  Mood  of  Jesus, 
What  can  make  me  whole  again? 

IJething  but  the  blood  of  Jesus. 
Oh,  precious  is  the  flow 

That  makes  me  white  as  snow ; 
No  other  fount  I  know, 
Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus. 
For  my  cleansing  this  I  see — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus; 
For  my  pardon  this  my  plea — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus. 
Nothing  can  for  sin  atone — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus; 
Naught  of  good  that  I  have  done- 
Nothing  but  the  blood. of  Jesus. 
This  is  all  my  hope  and  peace — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus; 
This  is  ail  my  righteousness — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus. 
Now  by  this  I'll  overcome — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus; 
Now  by  tins  I'll  reach  my  home — 

N  Dthing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus. 
Glory!  glory!  thus  I  sing — 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  Jesus; 
All  my  praise  for  this  I  brin^— 

Nothing  but  the  blood  of  tfesus. 


196 

0  Christ,  in!Thee  my  soul  hath  found, 
And  found  in  Thee  alone, 

The  peace,  the  joy  I  sought  so  long, 
The  bliss  till  now  unknown. 

Now  none  but  Christ  can  satisfy, 

None  other  name  for  me, 
There's  love,  and  life,  and  lasting  joy, 

Lord  Jesus,  found  in  Thee. 

1  sighed  for  rest  and  happiness, 
I  yearned  for  them,  not  Thee; 

But  while  I  passed  my  Saviour  by, 

His  love  laid  hold  on  me. 
I  tried  the  broken  cisterns.  Lord, 

But  ah!  the  waters  failed! 
E'en  as  I  stooped  to  drink  they  fled. 

And  mocked  me  as  I  wailed. 
The  pleasures  lost  I  sadly  mourned, 

But  never  wept  for  Thee, 
Till  grace  my  sightless  eyes  received, 

Thy  loveliness  to  see. 

197 

O  SOUL  in  the  far  away  country, 

A-weary,  and  famished,  and  sad. 
There's  rest  in  the  home  of  thy  Father, 
His  welcome  will  make  thy  heart  glad. 
Come,  come,  prodigal,  come. 

And  wander  no  longer  afar  from  home, 
Come,  come,  prodigal,  come, 
A  welcome  awaits  in  thy  Father's  home. 
Arise!  and  come  back  to  thy  Father, 

He'll  meet  thee  while  yet  on  the  way; 
Assured  of  His  tender  compassion* 

O  why  wilt  thou  longer  delay? 
Although  thou  hast  sinned  against  tieaven, 

And  weak  and  unworthy  may  be; 
He  offers  thee  full  restoration. 
And  pardon  abundant  and  free. 

198 

When  the  Lord  from  heaven  appears, 
When  are  banished  all  our  fears, 
When  the  sleepers  from  the  tomb, 
With  the  watchers  reach  their  home, 
'II:  Then,  enthroned,  our  Lord,  with  Thee, 

We  shall  reign  eternally.  :|| 
When  our  eyes  the  King  shall  see, 
In  His  glorious  Majesty, 
When  to  Him  we're  called  above, 
Partners  of  His  joy  and  love. 
Debtors  to  His  matchless  grace. 
At  His  feet  our  crowns  will  place, 
And  as  ages  roll  along, 
Still  will  sing  the  glad  new  song. 
Let  this  hope  now  purify 
Those  who  on  Thy  word  rely; 
Comfort  to  our  hearts  afford, 
Till  the  coming  of  the  Lord. 


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199 

Come,  sing,  my  soul,  and  praise  the  Lord, 
Who  hath  redeemed  thee  by  His  blood? 
Delivered  thee  from  chains  that  bound, 
And  brought  thee  to  redemption  ground. 
Redemption  ground,  the  ground  of  peace, 
Redemption  ground,  O  wondrous  grace; 
Here  let  our  praise  to  God  abound, 
Who  saves  us  on  redemption  ground. 
Once  from  my  God  I  vpandered  far, 
And  with  His  holy  will  made  war; 
,     But  now  my  songs  to  God  abound; 
I'm  standing  on  redemption  gjound. 

0  joyous  hour  when  God  to  me 
A  vision  gave  of  Calvary: 

My  bonds  were  loosed,  my  soul  unbound; 

1  sang  upon  redemption  ground. 
Ko  works  of  merit  now  I  plead, 
But  Jesus  take  for  all  my  need; 
Ko  righteousness  in  me  is  found, 
Except  upon  redemption  ground. 
Come,  weary  soul,  and  here  find  rest; 
Accept  redemption,  and  be  blest: 

The  Christ  who  died,  by  God  is  crowned 
To  pardon  on  redemption  ground. 

200 

EisE  up,  and  hasten!  my  soul,  haste  along^ 
And  speed  on  thy  journey  with  hope  and  with 

son^; 
Home,  home  is  nearing,  'tis  coming  into  view, 
A  little  more  of  toiling  and  then  to  earth  adieu. 
Come  then,  corae,  and  raise  the  joyful  song  !  * 

Ye  children  of  the  wilderness,  our  time  can  not  be  long. 
Home,  home,  home,  oh,  why  should  we  delay? 
The  morn  of  heaven  is  dawning,  we're  near  the  break 

of  day. 
Why  should  we  linger  when  heaven  lies  be- 
fore! [no  more; 
While  earth's  fast  receding,  and  soon  will  be 
Pleasures  and  treasures  which  once  here  we 
knew,  [in  view. 
No  more  can  they  charm  us  with  such  a  goal 
Loved  ones  in  Jesus,  they've  passed  on  before. 
Now  resting  in  glory,  they  weary  are  no  more; 
Toils  all  are  ended,  and  nothing  now  but  joy, 
And  praises  ascending,  their  ever    glad  em- 
ploy. 
No  condemnation!  how  blessed  is  the  word. 
And  no  separation!  forever  with  the  Lord; 
He  will  be  with  us  wlio  loved  us  long  before, 
And  Jesus,  our  Jesus,  is  ours  for  evermore. 

201 

I  THINK  when  I  read  that  sweet  story  of  old. 

When  Jesus  was  here  among  men. 
How  He  called   little  children,  as  lambs  to 
His  fold, 
I  should  like  to  have  been  with  them  then. 
II;  I  should  like  to  have  been  with  them  then,  :|( 
How  He  called  little  children  as  lambs  to  Hia  fold, 
I  should  like  to  ha\«  ./eea  with  them  then. 


I  wish  that  His  hands  had  been  placed  on  my 
head. 
That  His  arm  had  been  thrown  around  me, 
And  that  I  might  have  seen  His  kind  look 
when  He  said, 
"Let  the  little  ones  come  unto  me." 
II:  "Let  the  little  ones  come  unto  Me;"  :[I 
And  that  I  might  have  seen  His  kind  look  when  He 
''Let  the  little  ones  come  unto  Me."  [said, 

Yet  still  to  His  footstool  in  prayer  I  may  go, 

And  ask  for  a  share  i»:i  His  love; 
And  if  I  now  earnestly  seek  Him  below, 
I  shall  see  Him  and'hear  Him  above. 
II:  I  shall  see  Him  and  hear  Him  above; : 
And  if  I  now  earnestly  seek  Him  below, 
I  shall  see  Him  and  hear  Him  above. 
In  that  beautiful  place  He  is  gone  to  prepare, 

For  all  that  are  washed  and  forgiven; 
And  many  dear  cliildren  are  gathering  there. 
For  **  Of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  heaven." 
II:  For  "Of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  heaven  ;  "  :|1 
And  many  dear  children  are  gathering  there, 
For  "Of  such  is  the  kingdom  of  heaven." 

202 

crs,  I  will  trust  Thee,  trust  Thee  with  my 

soul;  [me  whole. 

Guilty,  lost,  and  helpless,  Thou  canst  make 
There   is  none  in   heaven   or   on  earth   like 

Thee:  [for  me. 

Thou  hast  died  for  sinners — therefore,  Lord, 
In  Thy  love  confiding,  I  will  seek  Thy  face, 
Worship  and  adore  Thee  for  Thy  wondrous  grace. 
Jesus,  I  will  trust  Thee,  trust  Thee  with  my  soul; 
Guilty,  lost,  and  helpless, Thod  canst  make  me  whole. 
Jesus,  I  can  trust  Thee,  trust  Thy  written 

word. 
Since  Thy  voice  of  mercy  I  have  often  heard. 
When  Thy  Spirit  teacheth,  to  my  taste  how 

sweet — 
Only  may  I  hearken,  sitting  at  Thy  feet. 
Jesus,  I  do  trust  Thee,  trust  Thee  without 

doubt: 
<  'Whosoever  cometh.  Thou  wilt  not  cast  out," 
Faithful    is  Thy    promise,   precious   is    Thy 

blood-  [GodI 

These  my  soul's  salvation,  Thou  my  Saviour 

203 

'•Not  my  own,"  but  saved  by  Jesus, 

Who  redeemed  me  by  His  blood, 
Gladly  I  accept  the  message. 
I  belong  to  Christ  tlie  Lord. 

"Not  my  own  !  "  Oh,  "not  my  own 

Jesus,  I  belong  to  Thee ! 
All  I  have,  and  all  I  hope  for, 
Thine  for  all  eternity. 
"Not  my  own!  "  to  Christ,  my  Saviour, 
I,  believing,  trust  my  soul; 
.     Everything  to  Him  committed, 
While  eternal  ages  roll. 


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"  Not  my  own!  "  my  time,  my  talent, 

Freely  all  to  Christ  I  bring, 
To  be  used  in  joyful  service 

For  the  glory  of  my  King. 
*'Not  my  own!  "  the  Lord  accepts  me 

One  among  the  ransomed  throng, 
"Who  in  heaven  shall  see  His  glory. 

And  to  Jesus  Christ  belong. 

204 

With  His  dear  and  loving  care, 
Will  the  Saviour  lead  us  on. 
To  the  hills  and  valleys  fair. 

Over  Jordan? 
Yes,  we'll  rest  our  weary  feet 
By  the  crystal  waters  sweet, 
When  the  peaceful  shore  we  greet 

Over  Jordan. 
Over  Jordan  !     Over  Jordan  1 
Yes,  we'll  rest  our  weary  feet 
By  the  crystal  waters  sweet, 
Over  Jordan,  over  Jordan, 
When  the  peaceful  shore  we'll  greet, 
Over  Jordan. 
Through  the  rocky  wilderness 
Will  the  Saviour  lead  us  on, 
To  the  land  we  shall  possess. 

Over  Jordan? 
Yes,  by  night  the  wondrous  ray. 
Cloudy  pillar  by  the  day, 
They  shall  guide  us  on  our  way. 

Over  Jordan. 
With  His  strong  and  mighty  hand. 
Will  the  Saviour  lead  us  on, 
To  that  good  and  pleasant  land 

Over  Jordan? 
Yes,  where  vine  and  olive  grow, 
And  the  brooks  and  fountains  flow. 
Thirst  nor  hunger  shall  we  know. 

Over  Jordan. 
In  the  Promised  Land  to  be. 
Will  the  Saviour  lead  us  on, 
Till  fair  Canaan's  shore  we  see. 

Over  Jordan? 
Yes,  to  dwell  with  Thee,  at  last, 
Guiae  and  lead  us,  as  Thou  hast. 
Till  the  parted  wave  be  passed. 

Over  Jordan. 

205 

Peaise  ye  the  Lord;  for  it  is  good 

Praise  to  our  God  to  sing: 
For  it  is  pleasant,  and  to  praise 
It  is  a  comely  thmg. 

Praise  the  Lord,  it  is  good 

Praise  to  our  God  to  sing : 
For  it  is  pleasant,  and  to  praise 
It  is  a  comely  thing. 
Those  that  are  broken  in  their  heart. 

And  troubled  in  their  minds, 
He  healeth,  and  their  painful  wounds 
He  tenderly  upbinds. 


He  counts  the  number  of  the  stars; 

He  names  them  every  one: 
Our  Lord  is  great,  and  of  great  power, 

His  wisdom  search  can  none. 

206 

Oh,  I  left  it  all  with  Jesus,  long  ago; 
All  my  sins  I  brought  Him  and  my  woe; 
When  by  faith  I  saw  Him  bleeding  on  the  tree, 
Heard  His  still  small  whisper,  "  Tis  for  thee!" 

II :  From  my  weary  heart  the  burden  rolled  away, 
Happy  day  I  happy  day  !  :|| 
Oh,  I  leave  it  all  with  Jesus,  for  He  knows 
How  to  steal  the  bitter  from  life's  woes; 
How  to  gild  the  tear  of  sorrow  with  His  smile. 
Make  the  desert  garden  bloom  awhile. 
ri;  men  with  all  my  weakness  leaning  on  His  might, 

All  is  light  1  all  is  light !  ;!1 
Oh,  I  leave  it  all  with  Jesus,  day  by  day; 
Faith  can  firmly  trust  Him,  come  what  may: 
Hope  has  dropped  for  aye  her  anchor,  found 

her  rest 
In  the  calm,  sure  haven  of  His  breast. 
II:  Love  esteems  it  joy  of  heaven  to  abide 
At  His  side  I  at  His  side  !  :|| 
Leave,  oh,  leave  it  all  with  Jesus,  drooping 

soul; 
Tell  not  half  thy  story,  but  the  whole; 
Worlds  [on  worlds  are  hanging  ever   on   His 

hand, 
Life  and  death  are  waiting  His  command. 

II:  Yet  His  tender,  loving  mercy  makes  thee  room: 
•  Oh,  come  home !  oh,  come  home  1  :|| 

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Depth  of  mercy!  can  there  be 
Mercy  still  reserved  for  me? 
Can  my  God  His  wrath  forbear? 
Me,  the  chief  of  sinners,  spare? 

God  is  love  I  I  know,  I  feel ; 

Jesus  lives,  and  loves  me  still , 
Jesus  lives. 

He  lives,  and  loves  me  still. 
I  have  long  withstood  His  grace 
Long  provoked  Him  to  His  face; 
Would  not  hearken  to  His  calls; 
Grieved  Him  by  a  thousand  falls. 
Now  incline  me  to  repent. 
Let  me  now  my  sins  lament; 
Now  my  foul  revolt  deplore. 
Weep,  believe,  and  sin  no  more. 

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The  bljod  has  always  precious  been, 

'Tis  precious  now  to  me; 
Through  it  alone  my  soul  has  rest, 
From  fear  and  doubt  set  free. 
Oh,  wondrous  is  the  crimson  tide 

Which  from  my  Saviour  flowed; 
And  still  in  heaven  my  song  shall  be, 
The  precious,  precious  blood. 


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I  will  remember  now  no  more, 

God's  faithful  Word  has  said, 
The  follies  and  the  sins  of  him 

Foi  whom  my  Son  has  bled. 
Not  a\l  my  well-remembered  sins 

Can  startle  or  dismay; 
The  precious  blood  atones  for  all, 

And  bears  my  guilt  away. 
Perhaps  this  feeble  frame  of  mine 

Will  soon  in  sickness  lie, 
But  resting  on  the  precious  blood, 

How  peacefully  I'll  die. 

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Lord,  Tlcare  not  for  riches,. 

Neither  silver  nor  gold; ' 
I  would  make  sure  of  heaven, 

I  would  enter  the  ioic. 
In  the  book  of  Thy  i^in^'dom, 

/Vith  its  pages  so  lair. 
Tell  me,  Jesus,  ray  Saviour, 

Is  my  name  wn  tin  there? 
Is  my  name  w;  tten  there, 

On  the  page  (vhite  and  fair? 
In  the  book  of  Thy  kingdom, 
Is  my  name  written  there  ? 
Lord,  my  sins  they  are  many, 

Like  the  sands  of  the  sea, 
But  Thy  blood,  oh,  my  Saviour! 

Is  sufficient  for  me; 
For  Thy  promise  is  written, 

In  bright  letters  that  glow, 
**  Though  your  sins  be  as  scarlet, 

I  will  make  them  like  snow." 
Oh!  that  beautiful  city, 

With  its  mansions  of  light, 
"With  its  glorified  beings. 

In  pure  garments  of  white; 
Where  no  evil  thing  cometh 

To  despoil  what  is  fair; 
Where  the  angels  are  watching, 

Yes,  my  name's  written  there. 

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Helpless  I  come  to  Jesus'  blood. 

And  all  myself  resign; 
I  lose  my  weakness  in  that  flood, 

And  gather  strength  divine.         • 
:  My  soul  will  overcome  by  the  blood  of  the  Lamb,  :|| 
:  Overcome,  :||  overcome  by  the  blood  of  the  Lamb. 
'Tis  Jesus  gives  me  life  within, 

And  nerves  me  for  the  fray; 
He  spoiled  the  hosts  of  death  and  sin, 

Aad  took  their  power  away. 
Though  clouds  of  conflict  hide  my  view, 

And  foes  are  fierce  and  strong, 
In  Jesus'  name  I'll  struggle  tMOUgh, 

And  enter  heaven  with  song. 

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O  Saviotjb,  precious  Saviour, 
Whom,  yet  unseen,  we  love; 

O  Name  of  might  and  favor. 
All  other  names  above. 


"We  worship  Thee !  we  bless  Thee  I 

To  Thee  alone  we  sing ! 
"We  praise  Thee  and  confess  Thee, 
Our  Saviour  and  our  King. 
O  Bringer  of  salvation. 

Who  wondrously  hast  wrought 
Thyself  the  revelation 

Of  love  beyond  our  thought. 
In  Thee  all  fullness  dwelleth, 
All  grace  and  power  divine-; 
The  glorv  that  excelleth, 
O  Son  of  God,  is  Thine. 
Oh,  grant  the  consummation 

Of  this  our  song,  above. 
In  endless  adoration 
And  everlasting  love. 

Then  shall  we  praise  and  bless  Theel 
Wnere  perfect  praises  ring  ! 
And  evermore  confess  Tueo, 
Our  Saviour  and  our  King  I 

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Trttst  on!  trust  on,  believer! 

Though  long  the  contlict  be, 
Thou  yet  shalt  prove  victorious; 

Thy  God  shall  fight  for  thee. 
Trust  on  !     Trust  on  ! 

Though  dark  the  night  and  drear; 
Trust  ou  !     Trust  on  I 
The  morning  dawn  is  near. 
Trust  on!  trust  on!  thy  failings 

May  bow  thee  to  the  dust, 
But  in  thy  deepest  sorrow, 

O  give  not  up  thy  trust. 
Trust  on!  the  danger  presses; 

Temptation  strong  is  near, 
Yet  o'er  life's  dangerous  rapids 

He  shall  thy  passage  steer. 
O  Christ  is  strong  to  save  us, 

He  is  a  faithful  Friend, 
Trust  on!  trust  on!  believer, 

O  trust  Him  to  the  end. 

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Should  the  Death-angel  knock  at  thy  cham- 
In  the  still  watch  of  to-night,  [ber,, 

Say,  will  your  spirit  pass  into  torment, 
Or  to  the  land  of  delight? 

Say,  are  you  ready,  O  are  you  ready  ? 

If  the  Death-angel  should  call ; 
Say,  are  you  ready  ?  O  are  you  ready  ? 
Mercy  stands  waiting  for  ail. 
Many  sad  spirits  now  are  departing 

Into  the  world  of  despair; 
Every  brief  moment  brings  your  doom  nearer; 
Sinner,  O  sinner,  beware! 

Many  redeemed  ones  now  are  ascending 

Into  the  mansions  of  light; 
Jesus  is  pleading,  patiently  pleading, 

O  let  Him     T^e  you  to-night. , 


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Teusting  in  the  Lord  thy  God, 

Onward  go!  onward  go! 
Holding  fast  his  promised  word, 

Onward  go! 
Ne'er  deny  His  worthy  Name, 
Thoagh  it  bring  reproach  and  shame; 
Spreading  still  Hi°  "I'vndrous  fame, 

Onward  go! 
Has  He  called  thee  to  the  plough! 

Onward  go!  onward  go! 
Night  is  coming,  serve  Him  now; 

Onward  go! 
Faith  and  love  in  service  blend; 
On  His  mighty  arm  depend; 
Standing  fast  until  the  end. 

Onward  go! 
Has  He  given  thee  golden  gr'ain? 

Onward  go!  onward  go! 
Sow,  and  thou  shalt  reap  again; 

Onward  go!  • 

To  thy  Master'sgate  repair. 
Watching  be  and  waiting  there; 
He  will  hear  and  answer  prayer; 

Onward  go! 
Has  He  said  the  end  is  near? 

Onward  go!  onward  go! 
Serving  Him  with  holy  fear; 

Onward  go! 
Christ  thy  portion,  Christ  thy  stay. 
Heavenly  bread  upon  the  way. 
Leading  on  t©  glorious  day;^ 

Onward  go! 
In  this  little  moment  then, 
Onward  go!  onward  go! 
In  thy  ways  acknowledge  Him; 

Onward  go! 
Let  His  mind  be  found  in  thee; 
Let  His  will  thy  pleasure  be; 
Thus  in  life  and  liberty. 

Onward  go! 

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The  love  that  Jesus  had  for  me, 
To  Buflfer  on  the  cruel  tree. 
That  I  a  ransomed  soul  might  be, 

Is  more  than  tongue  can  tell. 

II:  His  love  is  more  than  tongue  can  tell ;  :|| 

The  love  that  Jesus  had  for  me 

Is  more  than  tongue  can  tell. 

The  many  sorrows  that  He  bore. 

And  oh,  that  crown  of  thorns  He  wore. 

That  I  might  live  for  evermore. 

Is  more  than  tongue  can  te*^ 
Th^peace  I  have  in  Him,  my  L*      , 
Who  pleads  before  the  throne  oi  Jrod 
The  merit  of  His  precious  blood, 

Is  more  than  tongue  can  tell. 
The  joy  that  comes  when  He  is  near. 
The  rest  He  gives  so  free  from  fear, 
The  hope  in  Him  so  bright  and  clesuTi      i 

Is  more  than  tongue  can  tell. 


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ALL-seeing,  gracious  Lord, 

My  heart  before  Thee  lies; 
All  sin  of  thought  and  life  abhorred, 
My  soul  to  Thee  would  rise. 
Hear  Thou  my  prayer.  O  God, 

Unite  my  heart  to  Thee  ; 
Beneath  Thy  love,  beneath  Thy  rod, 
From  sin  deliver  me. 
Thou  knowest  all  my  need, 

My  inmost  thought  dost  see; 
Ah,  Lord!  from  alTallurements  freed. 

Like  Thee  transformed  I'd  be. 
Thou  holy,  blessed  One, 

To  me,  I  pray,  draw  near; 
My  spirit  fill,  O  heavenly  Son, 

With  loving,  Godly  fear. 
Bind  Thou  my  life  to  Thine, 
To  me  Thy  life  is  given* 
"  While  I  my  all  to  Thee  resign, 

Thou  art  my  all  in  heaven. 

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Sat,  is  your  lamp  burning,  my  brother? 

I  pray  you  look  quickly  and  see; 
For  if  it  were  burning,  then  surely 

Some  beam  would  fall  brightly  on  me. 
There  are  many  and  many  around  you. 

Who  follow  wherever  you  go,  fow, 

If  you  thought  that  they  walked  in  the  shad- 

Your  lamp  would  burn  brighter,  I  know. 
Say,  is  your  lamp  burning,  my  brother  ?2 

I  pray  you  look  quickly  and  see ; 
For  if  it  were  burning,  then  surely 
Some  beam  would  fall  brightly  on  me  I 
Upon  the  dark  mountains  they  stumble; 

They  are  bruised  on  the  rocks,  and  they  lie 
With  white,  pleading  faces  turned  upward, 

To  the  clouds  and  the  pitiful  sky. 
There  is  many  a  lamp  that  is  lighted— 

We  behold  them  anear  and  afar; 
But  not  many  among  them,  my  brother 

Shine  steadily  on  like  a  star. 

If  Qpce  all  the  lamps  that  are  lighted 
Should  steadily  blaze  in  a  line. 

Wide  over  the  land  and  the  ocean. 
What  a  girdle  of  glory  would  shine! 

How  all  the  dark  places  would  brighten! 
How  the  mists  would  roll  up  and  away! 

How  the  earth  would  laugh  out  in  her  glad- 
To  hail  the  millennial  day!  [fi«8% 

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Ou-^  ,vay  is  often  rugged 

While  here  on  earth  we  roa^ 
And  thorns  are  in  the  pathway 
But  we  are  going  home. 

We're  going,  going,  '" 

Yes,  we  are  going  home ; 
"VTe  soon  shall  cross  the  riv« 


And  be  witb  Christ 


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To  Marah'g  bitter  waters 

We  oft  have  murmuring  come, 
But  God  the  cup  has  sweetened, 

And  so  we're  going  home. 
"When  of  the  desert  weary, 

Our  God  His  grace  has  shown, 
By  resting  us  at  Elim, 

With  sweet  foretastes  of  home. 
With  hunger  often  fainting, 

We've  made  complaining  moan; 
But,  fed  by  heavenly  manna, 

We  still  are  going  home. 
Some  stand  to-day  on  Nebo, 

The  journey  nearly  done. 
And  some  are  in  the  valley, 

But  all  are  going  home. 

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Brother,  art  thou  worn  and  weary. 

Tempted,  tried,  and  sore  oppressed? 
Listen  to  the  word  of  Jesus, 

"Come  unto  Me,  and  rest!" 

H:  "Come  unto  Me,  and  rest !  "  :||    . 
Come,  ye  weary,  heavy-laden, 
"Come  unto  Me,  and  restl  " 
Oh,  He  knows  the  dark  forebodings 

Of  the  conscience-troubled  breast; 
And  to  such  His  word  is  given, 

"Come  unto  Me,  and  rest!" 
To  the  Lord  bring  all  your  burden, 

Put  the  promise  to  the  test; 
Hear  Him  say,  your  Burden-Bearer, 

"Come  unto  Me,  and  rest!" 
If  in  sorrow  thou  art  weeping, 

Grieving  for  the  loved  ones  missed, 
Surely  then  to  you  He  whispers, 

"Come  unto  Me,  and  rest!" 
Trust  to  Him  for  all  thy  future. 

He  will  give  thee  what  is  best; 
Why  then  fear  when  He  is  saying, 

"Come  unto  Me,  and  rest!" 

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They're  gathering  homeward  from  every 

One  by  one!  one  by  one!        [land, 

As    their  weary  feet  touch  the  shining 

Yes,  one  by  one!  [strand. 

They  rest  with  the  Saviour,  they  wait  their 

crown,  [down: 

Their    travel-stained    garments  are   all   laid 

They  wait  the  white  raiment  the  Lord  shall 

prepare 
For  all  who  the  glory  with  Him  shall  share. 
Gathering  home  I  gathering  home  I 

Fording  the  river  one  by  one  I 
Gathering  home  1  gathering  home ! 
Yes,  one  by  one ! 
Before  they  rest  they  pass  through  the 
One  by  one!  one  by  one!       [strife. 
Through  the  waters  of  death  they  enter 
Yes,  one  by  one!  [lif©i 


To  some  are  the  floods  of  the  river  still. 
As  they  ford  on  their  way  to  the  heavenly  liill; 
The  waves  to  others  run  fiercely  and  wild, 
Yet  they  reach  the  home  of  the  undefiled. 

We  too  must  come  to  the  riverside. 
One  by  one!  one  by  one! 

We  are  nearer  its  waters  each  eventide 
Yes,  one  by  one! 
We  can  hear  the  noise  of  a  dashing  stream, 
Oft  now  and  again,  through  our  life's  deep 

dream;  [flow, 

Sometimes  the  dark  floods  all  the  banks  over- 
Sometimes  in  ripples  and  small  waves  go. 

Oh,  Jesus,  Redeemer,  we  look  to  Thee, 
One  by  one!  one  by  one! 

We  lift  up  our  voices  tremblingly. 
Yes,  one  by  one! 
The  waves  of  the  river  are  dark  and  cold. 
But  we  know  the  place  where  our  feet  shall 

hold;  [midnight, 

O  Thou  who  didst  pass  through  the  deepest 
Now  guide  us,  and  send  us  the  staflf  and  light. 

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Only  a  little  while 

Of  walking  with  weary  feet, 
Patiently  over  the  thorny  way 

That  leads  to  the  golden  street. 
Suffer,  if  God  shall  will, 

And  work  for  Him  while  we  may; 
From  Calvary's  cross  to  Zion's  crowa 

Is  only  a  little  way. 
Only  a  little  while. 

For  toiling  a  few  short  days. 
And  then  comes  the  rest,  the  quiet  real. 

Eternity's  endless  praise. 

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I  HEAR  the  words  Df  Jesua, 

They  speak  of  peace  with  God; 
I  see  the  Lamb,  Christ  Jesus, 

Who  bore  mv  heavy  load; 
I  trust  the  blood  of  Jesus, 

From  sin  it  sets  me  free, 
I  love  the  name  of  Jesus, 

Who  gave  Himself  for  me. 
His  word  divinely  blessed. 

It  shows  me  what  I  am; 
His  cross  it  brings  salvation, 

The  vicVim  was  the  Lamb; 
His  blood  procureth  pardon. 

And  justifies  the  soul. 
His  name,  how  sweet  and  preciona. 

It  makes  the  sinner  whole. 
Oh!  hear  the  words  of  Jesus, 

The  tidiui^s  are  for  thee; 
Oh!  clasp  the  cross  of  Jesua, 

And  tliere  for  refuge  flee; 
Oh!  trust  the  blood  of  Jesua, 

Be  saved  this  very  hour; 
Oh!  love  the  name  of  Jesus, 

Blest  name  of  wondrous  powMT* 


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Mt  soul  is  happy  all  day  long- 
Jesus  is  my  Saviour; 

And  all  my  life  is  full  of  song- 
Jesus  died  for  me. 
Hallelujah !    Hallelujah ! 

To  the  loving  Lamb  for  sinners  slain ; 
Hallelujah!     Hallelujah  1 
To  the  Lamb  who  lives  again. 

My  heavy  load  of  sin  is  gone- 
Jesus  is  my  Saviour; 

At  His  dear  cross  I  laid  it  down — 
Jesus  died  for  me. 

I  heard  the  voice  of  mercy  call- 
Jesus  is  my  Saviour; 

I  simply  truste-d,  that  was  all- 
Jesus  died  for  me. 

NoM  will  I  tell  It  all  around— 
Jesus  is  my  Saviour; 

How  sweet  a  blessing  I  have  found- 
Jesus  died  for  me. 

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Sad  and  weary,  lone  and  dreary, 

Lord,  I  would  Thy  call  obey; 
Thee,  believing,  Christ  receiving, 

I  would  come  to  Thee  to-day. 
I  am  coming,  1  am  coming, 

Coming,  Saviour,  to  be  blessed ; 
I  am  coming,  I  am  coming, 
Coming,  Lord,  to  Thee  for  rest 
Thou,  the  Holy,  meek  and  lowly 

Jesus,  unto  Thee  I  come; 
Keep  me  ever,  let  me  never 

From  Thy  blessed  keeping  roam. 
Bere  abiding,  in  Ttiee  hiding, 

Seeks  my  weary  soul  to  rest, 
Till  the  dawning  of  the  morning, 

"When  1  wake  among  the  blest. 
Ike  Jhou  near  me,  keep  and  cheer  me, 

Through  life's  dark  and  stormy  way; 
Turn  my  sadness  into  gladness, 

Turn  my  darkness  into  day. 

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I  SAW  a  way-worn  traveler 

In  tattered  garments  clad, 
And  strugrgling  up  the  mountain, 

It  seemed  that  he  was  sad; 
His  back  was  heavy  laden, 

His  strength  was  almost  gone, 
Yet  he  shouted  as  he  journeyed, 

Deliverance  will  come, 
▼nen  palms  of  victory,  crowna  of  glory, 
Falms  of  victory  I  shall  bear. 
The  suirmer  sun  was  shining. 

The  sweat  was  on  his  brow. 
His  garments  worn  and  dusty. 

His  steps  seemed  yery  slow; 


But  he  kept  pressing  onward. 
For  He  was  wending  home; 

Still  shouting  as  he  journeyed, 
Deliverance  will  come. 

The  songsters  iL  the  arbor. 

That  stood  beside  the  way. 
Attracted  his  attention, 

Inviting  his  delay; 
His  watchword  being  "Onward!" 

He  stopped  his  ears  and  ran. 
Still  shouting  as  he  journeyecl, 

Deliverance  will  come. 

I  saw  him  m  the  evening. 

The  sun  was  bending  low, 
He'd  overtopped  the  mountain, 

And  reached  the  vale  below; 
He  srw  the  golden  city, — 

His  everlasting  home,- 
And  shouted  loud,  Hosanna, 

Deliverance  will  come! 

While  gazing  on  that  city, 

Just  o'er  the  narrow  flood, 
A  band  of  holy  angels 

Came  from  the  throne  of  God; 
They  bore  him  on  their  pinions 

Safe  o'er  the  dashing  foam; 
And  joined  him  in  his  triumph,— 

Deliverance  had  come! 

I  heard  the  song  of  triumph 

They  sang  upon  that  shore, 
Saying,  Jesus  has  redeemed  us 

To  suffer  nevermore; 
Then,  casting  his  eyes  backward 

On  the  race  which  he  had  run, 
He  shouted  loud,  Hosanna, 

Deliverance  has  come! 

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Jesus,  my  Lord,  to  Thee  I  cry. 
Unless  Thou  help  me  I  must  aie 
Oh,  bring  Thy  free  salvation  niga 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
||:  Take  me  as  1  am,  :t| 
Lord,  I  give  myself  to  ThO0, 
Oh,  take  me  as  I  am. 
Helpless  I  am  and  full  of  guilt, 
But  yet  for  me  Thy  blood  was  spilt; 
And  Thou  canst  make  me  what  Thou  wilt, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
I  bow  before  Thy  mercy-seat. 
Behold  me.  Saviour,  at  Thy  feet: 
Thy  work  begin.  Thy  work  complete, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
If  Thou  hast  work  for  me  to  do, 
Inspire  my  will,  my  heart  renew; 
And  work  both  in,  and  by  me  too, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
And  when  at  last  the  work  is  done. 
The  battle  fought,  the  victory  won; 
Still,  still  my  cry  shall  be  alone, 

Qh,  take  me  as  I  am. 


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•¥C«  more  we  come,  God's  word  to  hear, 

The  word  so  pure  and  holy; 
How  grant  us,  Lord,  a  list'ning  ear, 

A.  spirit  meek  andf  lowly; 
For  if  we  hear,  and  heed  it  not, 

We  hear  for  condemnation; 
For  "doers  of  the  word,"  we're  taught, 

Aro  heirs  of  Christ's  salvation. 

The  life  of  God  is  in  the  word; 

And  whosoe'er  believeth 
The  record  there  of  Christ  the  Lord 

Eternal  life  receiveth; 
"But  if  we  hear,  believing  not, 

"We  hear  for  condemnation; 
For  "doers  of  the  word,"  we're  taught, 

Are  heirs  of  Christ's  salvation. 

The  word  of  God,  by  faith  received, 

Imparts  regeneration; 
And  ne  who  hath  in  Chri&t  believed 

Lives  out  a  new  creation; 
But  if  we  hear,  and  do  it  not, 

We  hear  for  condemnation; 
For  "doers  of  the  word,"  we're  taught, 

Are  heirs  of  Christ's  salvation. 

fio  when  the  word  of  God  we  hear, 

Let  us  be  humbly  pleading 
The  Holy  Ghost  to  give  us  light. 

As  we  the  word  are  heeding; 
But  if  we  hear,  and  feel  it  not, 

We  hear  for  condemnation; 
For  "doers  ©f  the  word,"  we're  taught. 

Are  heirs  ef  Christ's  salvation. 

228 

W«  praise  Thee  and  bless  Thee, 

Our  Father  in  heaven, 
For  the  joy  of  salvation 
Thy  gospel  hath  given. 

Hallelujah  I  we  praise  Tli«« 
Through  Jesus  our  Lord  ; 
Hallehyah  !  we  bless  Thee 
For  the  gift  of  Thy  word ! 
W«  praise  Thee  and  bless  Thee: 

Once  sinful  and  sad, 
By  the  word  Thou  hast  given, 
To  Christ  we  were  led. 

"We  praise  Thee  and  bless  Thee: 

The  Spirit  hath  come 
To  dwell  with,  and  teach  us. 

And  guide  us  safe  home. 

We  praise  Thee  and  bless  Th«e, 

For  food  by  the  way; 
The  manna  from  heaven 

Provided  each  day. 

We  prafse  Thee  and  bless  Thee: 
Thy  word  hath  gone  forth, 

That  Christ  shall  be  King  aod 
Eei''-  )ver  the  earth. 


We  praise  Thee  and  bless  The«, 

And  wait  His  return 
To  fulfill  every  promise 

He  made  to  His  own. 
We  praise  Thee  and  bless  The©*' 

We'll  reign  with  Him  then. 
To  praise  Thee  and  bless  Thee 

For  ever.    Ambn. 

229 

Mr  God  and  Father,  while  I  stray 
Far  from  my  home,  on  life's  rough  wajj 
Oh,  teach  me  from  my  heart  to  say, 
"Thy  will  be  done!" 

(1:  Thj  will  be  done  I  :|| 

Oh,  teach  me  fr<Mn  my  heart  to  say, 

"Thy  will  b«  don€l  " 
What  though  in  lonely  grief  I  sigh 
For  friends  beloved,  no  longer  nigk. 
Submissive  still  would  I  reply, 
"Thy  will  be  done!" 

II:  Thy  will  be  done  1  :|| 

Submissive  still  would  I  reply, 

"Thy  win  be  done!  *' 
Let  but  my  fainting  heart  be  bleat 
With  Thy  sweet  Spirit  for  its  gueat, 
My  God,  to  Thee  I  leave  the  rest, 
"Thy  will  be  done!" 

II:  Thy  will  be  done!  :|| 

My  God,  to  Thee  I  leave  the  rest, 

"Thy  will  be  done!  " 
Renew  my  will  from  day  to  day; 
Blend  it  with  Thine;  and  take  awii^ 
All  now  that  makes  it  hard  to  say 
"Thy  will  be  done!" 

II:  Thy  will  be  done  1:11 

All  now  th^  makes  it  hard  to  saf 

"Thy  will  be  done!  " 
Then  when  on  earth  I  breathe  no  mora 
The  prayer  oft  mixed  with  tears  b«for» 
I'll  sin o  upon  a  happier  shora 
"Thy  will  be  done!" 

II:  Thy  will  be  done  I  :!l 

I'll  sing  ui>on  a  happier  shoMf 

"Thy  will  be  done  I  " 

230 

Is  Thy  cleft,  O  Rock  of  Ages, 

Hide  Thou  me; 
When  the  fitful  tempest  rages, 

Hide  Thou  me; 
Where  no  mortal  arm  can  sever 
From  my  heart  Thy  love  forever. 
Hide  me,  O  Thou  Rook  of  Ages, 

Safe  in  Thee. 
From  the  snare  of  sinful  pleasure. 

Hide  Thou  me; 
ThoU;  my  soul's  eternal  treasure^ 

Hide  Thou  me; 
When  the  world  its  power  is  wieldt&B; 
And  my  heart  is  almost  yielding;. 
Hide  me,  O  Thou  Rock  of  Ages, 

Safe  in  Thee. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


In  the  lonely  night  of  sorrow, 

Hide  Thou  me; 
Till  in  glory  dawns  the  morrow, 

Hide  Thou  me; 
In  the  sight  of  Jordan's  billow,] 
Let  Thy  bosom  be  my  pillow; 
Hide  me,  O  Thou  Rock  of  Ages, 

Safe  in  Thee. 

231 

WHBN^the  King  in  His  beauty  shall  come  to 

His  throne,  [His  own, 

JLnd  around  Him  are  gathered  His  loved  ones, 

There  be  some  who  will  knock  at  His   fair 

palace  door,  [more." 

To  be  answered  within,  "There  is  mercy  no 

II:  "I  have  never  known  you,"  :|| 

"I  have  never,  I  have  never, 

I  have  never  known  you." 

They  had  known  whence  He  came,  and  the 

trace  which  He  brought* 
eir  presence  He  healed,  in  their  streets 

He  had  taught. 
They   had   mentioned   His  name  and    their 

friendship  professed;  [fessed: 

But  they  never  believed,  for  of  them  He  con- 
Now  the  righteous  are  reigning  with  Abraham 

there. 
But  for  these  is  appointed  an  endless  despair; 
It  is  vain  that  they  call:  He  once  knocked  at 

their  gate,  [their  fate: 

But  they  welcomed  Him  not;  so  now  this  is 
O  sinner,  give  heed  to  this  story  of  gloom. 
For  the  hour  is  fast  nearing  that  fixes  your 

doom. 
Will  you  still  reject  mercy?  still  harden  your 

heart?  [—*<  Depart!" 

Oh,  then,  what  will  you  do  as  the  King  cries 

232 

I  AM  waiting  for  the  morning 
Of  the  blessed  day  to  dawn. 
"When  the  sorrow  and  the  sadness 
Of  this  changeful  life  are  gone. 
1  am  waiting,  only  waiting, 
Till  this  weary  life  is  o'er; 
Only  waiting  for  my  welcome 
From  my  Saviour  on  the  other  shore. 
I  am  waiting,  worn  and  weary 

With  the  battle  and  the  strife, 
Hoping  when  the  warfare's  over 
To  receive  a  crown  of  life. 

Waiting,  hoping,  trusting  ever. 
For  a  home  of  boundless  love; 

Like  a  pilgrim  looking  forward 
To  the  land  of  bliss  above. 

Hoping  soon  to  meet  the  loved  ones, 
Where  the  **  many  mansions  "  be; 

Listening  for  the  happy  welcome 
Of  my  Saviour  calling  me. 


233 

H.EAVENLT  Father,  ^e,  Thy  chfldren, 

Gathered  round  our  risen  Lord, 
Lift  our  hearts  in  earnest  pleading: 

Oh,  revive  us  by  Thy  word! 

Send  refreshing,  send  refreshing 

From  Thy  presence,  gracious  Lord  I 
Send  refreshing,  send  refreshing, 
And  revive  us  by  Thy  word  1 
Gracious  gales  of  heavenly  blessing 

In  Thy  love  to  us  afford; 
Let  us  feel  Thy  Spirit's  presence. 

Oh,  revive  us  by  Thy  word! 
Weak  and  weary  in  the  conflict, 

'<  Wrestling  not  with  flesh  and  blood,** 
Help  us.  Lord,  as  faint  we  falter; 

Oh,  revive  us  by  Thy  wordl^ 
With  Thy  strength,  O  Master,  gird  Uft, 

Be  our  Guide  and  be  our  Guard; 
Fill  us  with  Thy  holy  Spirit, 

Oh,  revive  us  by  Thy  word! 

234 

Jestts  is  coming!  sing  the  glad  word! 
Coming  for  those  He  redeemed  by  His  blood, 
Coming  to  reign  as  the  glorified  LordI 

Jesus  is  coming  again! 
Jesus  is  coming,  is  coming  again !  j 

Jesus  is  coming  again  I 
Shout  the  glad  tidings  o'er  mountain  and  plaint 

Jesus  is  coming  again  ! 
Jesus  is  coming!  the  dead  shall  arise, 
Loved  ones  shall  meet  in  a  joyful  surprise. 
Caught  up  together  to  Him  in  the  skies, 

Jesus  is  coming  again. 
Jesus  is  coming!  His  saints  to  release; 
Coming  to  give  to  the  warring  earth  peace: 
Sinning,  and  sighing,  and  sorrow,  shall  cease, 

Jesus  is  coming  again! 
Jesus  is  coming!  the  promise  is  true; 
Who  are  the  chosen,  the  faithful,  the  few. 
Waiting  and  watching,  prepared  for  review? 

Jesus  is  coming  agam! 

235 

We  are  children  of  a  King, 

Heavenly  King,    Heavenly  King, 
We  are  children  of  a  King, 

Singing  as  we  journey; 
Jesus  Christ  our  Guard  and  Guide, 

Bids  us,  nothing  terrified, 
Follow  closely  at  His  side, 

Singing  as  we  journey. 
We  are  traveling  to  our  home. 

Blessed  home.    Blessed  home, 
We  are  traveling  to  our  home, 

Singing  as  we  journey;  V 

Toward  a  city  out  of  sight, 

Where  will  fall  no  shade  of  nighfc^ 
For  our  Saviour  is  its  light, 

Singing  as  we  journe]' 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


59 


Full  of  joy  we  onward  go, 

Heavenward  go,    Heavenward  go, 
Full  of  joy  we  onward  go, 

Singing  as  we  journey; 
Singing  all  the  journey  through — 

Singing  hearts  are  brave  and  true- 
Singing  till  our  home  we  view, 

Singing  as  we  journey. 

236 

Who  is  on  the  Lord's  side? 

Who  will  serve  the  King? 
Who  will  be  His  helpers. 

Other  lives  to  bring? 
Who  will  leave  the  world's  side? 

Who  will  face  the  foe? 
Who  is  on  the  Lord's  side? 

Who  for  Him  will  go? 
Who  is  on  the  Lord's  side? 

Who  will  serve  the  Kilig  7 
Who  will  be  His  helpers, 

Other  lives  to  bring  ? 
By  Thy  grand  redemption. 

By  Thy  grace  divine, 
We  are  on  the  Lord's  side ; 
Saviour,  we  are  Thine. 
IS'ot  for  weight  of  glory, 

Not  for  crown  and  palm, 
Enter  we  the  army, 

Raise  the  warrior-psalm; 
But  for  love  that  claimeth 

Lives  for  whom  He  died, 
He  whom  Jesus  nameth 

Must  be  on  His  side. 
Jesus,  Thou  hast  bought  us, 

Not  with  gold  or  gem. 
But  with  Thine  own  life-blood 

For  Thy  diadem; 
With  Thy  blessing  filling 

All  who  come  to  Thee, 
Thou  hast  made  us  willing, 

Thou  hast  made  us  free., 
Fierce  may  be  the  conflict^ 

Strong  may  be  the  foe. 
But  the  King's  own  army, 

None  can  overthrow; 
Bound  His  standard  ranging, 

Victory  is  securo, 
For  His  truth  unchanging 

Makes  the  triumph  sure. 

237 

Traveling  to  the  better  land. 
O'er  the  desert's  scorching  sand. 
Father!  let  me  grasp  Thy  nand; 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 
When  at  Marah,  parched  with  heat, 
I  the  sparkling  fountain  greet. 
Make  the  bitter  waters  sweet; 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 
When  the  wilderness  is  drear. 
Show  me  Elim's  palm-groves  near, 
And  her  wells  as  crystal  clear; 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 


Through  the  water,  through  thft  fire, 

Never  let  me  fall  or  tire, 

Every  step  brings  Canaan  nigher; 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 
Bid  me  stand  on  Nebo's  height, 
Gaze  upon  the  land  of  light, 
Then  transported  with  the  sight, 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 
When  I  stand  on  Jordan's  brink. 
Never  let  me  fear  or  shrink; 
Hold  me,  Father,  lest  I  sink; 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 
When  the  victory  is  won, 
And  eternal  life  begun. 
Up  to  glory  lead  me  on! 

Lead  me  on,  lead  me  on! 

238 

Look  unto  Me  and  be  ye  saved, 

I  heard  the  Just  One  say; 
And  as  by  faith  on  Him  I  gazed, 

My  burden  rolled  away. 
I've  passed  the  cross  at  Calvary, 
I'm  on  the  Heaven  side ; 

li:  The  world  is  crucified  to  me, 

Since  Christ  my  ransom  died.  :8 
By  His  atonement  reconciled, 

My  Father's  face  I  see; 
The  empty  tomb  now  intervenes 

Between  the  world  and  me. 
Oh,  glorious  height  of  vantage  grouudl 

Oh,  blest  victorious  hour! 
In  Him  to  trust  and  fully  know 

His  resurrection  power. 

239 

No  works  of  law  have  we  to  boast, 
By  nature  ruined,  guilty,  lost: 
Condemned  already,  but  Thy  hand 
Provided  what  Thou  didst  demand. 
II:  We  take  the  guilty  sinner's  name. 
The  guilty  sinner's  Saviour  claim,  -.li 
No  faith  we  bring,  'tis  Christ  alone, 
'Tis  what  He  is — what  He  has  done; 
He  is  for  us  as  given  by  God, 
It  was  for  us  He  shed  His  blood. 
We  do  not  feel  our  sins  are  gone, 
We  know  it  by  Thy  word  alone; 
We  know  that  there  our  sins  didst  lay 
On  Him  who  has  put  sin  away. 
Because  we  know  our  sins  forgiven. 
We  happy  feel— Our  home  is  heaven; 
O  help  us  now  as  sons  of  God, 
To  tread  the  path  that  Jesus  trod. 

240 

Thkbb  is  love,  true  love,  and  the  heart  grow» 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes,    [Warm, 

And  the  word  of  life  has  a  wondrnug  charm, 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  i  to  6. 


There  ia  joy,  glad  joy,  and  a  feast  is  spread, 

When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes; 
F«r  His  heavenly  voice  brings  to  life  the  dead, 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes. 

'Twas  a  happy,  happy  day  in  the  olden  time, 

"When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  came, 

Open  wide  the  door,  let  Him  enter  now 

For  His  love  is  ever  the  same ! 
{I:  His  love  is  ever  the  same  I  :|| 

Open  wide  the  door,  let  Him  enter  now ! 

For  His  love  ia  ever  the  same ! 

There   is  peace,  sweet   peace,  and  the  life 
grovs^s  calm. 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes;  [psalm, 
A.ad  the    trusting    soul  sings    a    sweet,  soft 

When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes. 
^ere  is  faith,  strong  faith,  and  our  home 
seems  near, 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes; 
And  the  crown  more  bright,  and  the  cross 
more  dear, 
When  the  Lord  to  Bethany  comes, 

241 

Child  of  sin  and  sorrow, 

Filled  with  dismay, 
Wait  not  for  to-morrow, 
"  Yield  thee  to-day; 
Heaven  bids  thee  come. 

While  yet  there's  room; 
Child  of  sin  and  sorrow, 

Hear  and  obey. 
Child  of  sin  and  sorrow, 
;  Why  wilt  thou  die? 

Come  while  thou  canst  borrow 

Help  from  on  high; 
Grieve  not  that  love 

Which  from  above. 
Child  of  sin  and  sorrow. 

Would  bring  thee  nigh. 

242 

Lord,  my  trust  I  repose  in  Thee, 

0  how  great  is  Thy  love  to  me! 
Thou  the  strength  of  my  life  shalt  be; 

This  I  know,  this  I  know. 
Thine,  Thine,  and  only  Thine, 
Now  and  ever  Thine ; 
Thon  dost  love  me.  Saviour  mine ; 
This  I  knew,  this  I  know. 
Thou  dost  lead  with  a  sweet  command. 
Thou  dost  lead  with  a  gentle  hand; 
On  the  rock  of  Thy  Truth  I  stand; 
This  I  know,  this  I  know. 

1  shall  rise  to  a  world  of  light, 

I  shall  rest  in  a  mansion  bright. 
Then  my  faith  shall  be  lost  m  sight. 
This  I  know,  this  I  know. 

243 

Not  what  these  hands  have  done, 

Can  save  this  guilty  soul; 
Not  what  this  toiling  flesh  has  borne, 

Can  make  my  spirit  whole. 


Thy  work  alone,  my  Saviour, 
Can  ease  this  weight  of  sin ; 
Thy  blood  alone,  O  Lamb  of  Grod, 
Can  give  me  peace  within. 
Not  what  I  feel  or  do, 

Can  give  me  peace  with  God; 
Not  all  my  prayers,  nor  sighs,  nor  teari, 

Can  ease  my  awful  lead. 
Thy  love  to  me,  O  God, 

Not  mine,  O  Lord,  to  Thee, 
Can  rid  me  of  this  aark  unrest, 

And  set  my  spirit  free. 
No  other  work  save  Thine, 

No  meaner  blood  will  do; 
No  strength,  save  that  which  is  divine, 

Can  bear  me  safely  through. 
I  praise  the  God  of  grace, 

I  trust  His  love  and  might; 
He  calls  me  His,  I  call  Him  mine; 

My  God,  my  joy,  my  light! 

244 

My  life  flows  on  in  endless  song; 

Above  earth's  lamentation, 
I  hear  the  sweet,  though  far-off,  hymn 

That  hails  a  new  creation: 
Through  all  the  tumult  and  the  strife 

I  hear  the  music  ringing; 
It  finds  an  echo  in  my  soul — 

How  can  I  keep  from  singing? 
What  though  my  joys  and  comfort  die? 

The  Lord  my  Saviour  liveth; 
What  though  the  darkness  gather  round? 

Songs  in  the  night  He  giveth; 
No  storm  can  shake  my  inmost  calm 

While  to  that  refuge  clinging; 
Since  Christ  ia  Lord  of  heaven  and  earth, 

How  can  I  keep  from  singing? 
I  lift  my  eyes;  the  cloud   grow  thin; 

I  see  the  blue  above  it; 
And  day  by  day  this  pathway  smooths. 

Since  first  I  learned  to  love  it; 
The  peace  of  Christ  makes  fresh  my  heart, 

A  fountain  ever  springing; 
All  things  are  mine  since  1  am  His— 

How  can  I  keep  from  singing? 

245 

Once  again  the  Gospel  message 

From  the  Saviour  you  have  heard; 
Will  you  heed  the  invitation? 

Will  you  turn  and  seek  the  Lord? 
II:  Come  believing  1  come  believing  1 
Come  to  Jesus,  look  and  live  I  :|| 
Many  summers  you  have  wasted, 

Ripened  harvests  you  have  seen; 
Winter  snows  by  Spring  have  melted, 

Yet  you  linger  in  your  sin. 
Jesus  for  your  choice  is  waiting; 

Tarry  not:  at  once  decide! 
While  the  Spirit  now  is  striving. 

Yield,  and  seek  the  Saviour's  sida. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Cease  of  fitness  to  be  thinking; 

Do  not  longer  try  to  feel; 
It  is  trusting,  and  not  feeling. 

That  will  give  the  Spirit's  seal. 
JLet  your  will  to  God  be  given, 

Trust  in  Christ's  atoning  blood; 
Look  to  Jesus  now  in  heaven, 

Best  on  His  unchanging  word,. 

246 

BotTNC  the  alarm!  let  the  watchman  cry!— 
**Up!  for  the  day  of  the  Lord  is  nigh; 
Who  will  escape  from  the  wrath  to  come? 
"Who  have  a  place  in  the  soul's  bright  home?" 

Sound  the  alarm,  watchman,  sound  the  alarm  I 

For  the  Lord  will  come  with  a  conquering  arm ; 

And  the  hosts  of  sin,  as  their  ranks  advance, 

Shall  wither  and  fall  at  His  glance. 
Sound  the  alarm!  let  the  cry  go  forth, 
Swift  as  the  wind,  o'er  the  realms  of  earth; 
Flee  to  the  Rock  where  the  soul  may  hide! 
Flee  to  the  Rock!  in  its  cleft  abide, 
Sound  the  alarm  on  the  mountain's  brow! 
Plead  with  the  loat  by  the  wayside  now; 
"Warn  them  to  c®me  and  the  truth  embrace; 
Urge  them  to  come  and  be  saved  by  grace. 
Sound  the  alarm  in  the  youthful  ear, 
Sound  it  aloud  that  the  old  may  hear; 
Blow  ye  the  trump  while  the  day-beams  last! 
Blow  ye  the  trump  till  the  light  is  past! 

247 

Bbautiful  morning!    Day  of  hope, 

Dawn  of  a  better  life; 
U ow  in  thy  peaceful  hours  we  rest, 
Far  from  earth's  noise  and  strife. 
Morning  of  resurrection  joy, 

Day  when  the  Saviour  rose, 
Singing  shall  greet  thy  opening  hour. 
Singing  shall  mark  thy  close. 
Beautiful  morning!    All  the  week 

Waiteth  thy  welcome  light. 
Since  the  first  dawning,  calm  and  clear 

Out  of  the  darkest  night. 
Beautiful  morning!    Grief  and  pain, 

"Weeping  before  the  tomb. 

Fly  at  thy  dawning,  Jesus  rose, 

Jesus  dispelled  the  gloom. 

248 

•TvnLL  not  be  long  our  journey  here, 
Each  broken  sigh  and  falling  tear 
"Will  soon  be  gone,  and  all  will  b« 
A  cloudless  sky,  a  waveless  sea. 
Roll  on,  dark  stream, 

We  dread  not  thy  foam ; 
The  Pilgrim  is  longing 

For  home,  sweet  home. 
'Twill  not  be  long,  the  yearning  hearti 
May  feel  its  every  hope  depart, 
Ajxd  grief  be  mingled  with  its  song; 
ffe'lT  meet  again,  'twill  not  be  long. 


Though  sad  we  mark  the  closing  eye 

Of  those  we  loved  in  days  gone  by, 

Yet  sweet  in  death  their  latest  song — 

We'll  meet  again,  'twill  not  be  long. 

These  checkered   wilds,  with   thorns    o'mm 

spread, 
Through  which  our  way  so  oft  is  led— 
This  march  of  time,  with  truth  so  stronj^, 
Will  end  in  bliss,  'twill  not  be  loaa. 

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'Tis  known  on  earth,  in  heaven  too, 
'Tis  sweet  to  me  because  'tis  true; 
The  '*  old,  old  story"  is  ever  new; 

Tell  me  more  about  Jeaiiia. 
JI:  "Tell  me  more  about  Jesus  J"  :i! 

Him  would  I  know  who  loved  me  so; 

"Tell  me  more  about  Jesusj'' 
Earth's  fairest  flowers  will  droop  and  die^ 
Dark  clouds  o'erspread  yon  azure  sky; 
Life's  dearest  joys  flit  fle^itest  by; 

Tell  me  more  about  Jesus. 
When  overwhelmed  with  unbelief, 
When  burdened  wi.th  a  blinding  grief, 
Come  kindly  then  to  my  relief; 

Tell  me  more  about  Jesus. 
And  when  the  Glory-land  I  see, 
And  take  the  "  place  prepared  "  for  m«, 
Through  endless  years  my  song  shall  b«-" 

Tell  me  more  about  Jesus. 

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The  word  of  God  is  given 

To  all  who  serve  Him  here, 
That  when  the  Lord  from  heavea 

In  glory  shall  appear. 
We  then  shall  be  delivered 

From  sorrow,  sin,  and  pain; 
And  if  for  Christ  we  suffer, 
With  Him  we  then  shall  reiga. 
We  are  going  home  to  Jesus  I 
Going  home  to  Jesus ! 
Going  to  the  mansions 
He's  preparing  there  on  high  f 
We  are  going  home  to  Jesus  I 
Going  home  to  Jesus  I 
And  we'll  gather  there  la  glory  I 
By  and  by  I 
Once  in  our  sin  we  wandered 

Far,  far  away  from  God, 
And  precious  hours  we  squandered 

Upon  the  downward  road; 
But  God  in  grace  hath  called  us. 

And  given  us  to  share 
The  purchase  of  our  Saviour, 
A  mansion  bright  and  fair. 
Now  with  this  hope  to  cheer  us, 

And  with  the  Spirit's  seal. 
That  all  our  sins  were  pardoned. 

Through  Him  whose  stripes  did  heal| 
As  "strangers"  and  as  "pilgrims," 

No  place  on  earth  we  own. 
But  work  and  watch  as  "  servants,** 
Until  our  Lord  shall  come. 


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To  Him  who  for  our  sins  was  slain, 
To  Him  for  all  His  dying  pain. 

Hallelujah,  hallelujah, 

Hallelujah  to  His  name. 
T.o  Him,  the  Lamb,  our  Sacrifice, 
Who  gave  his  life  the  ransomed  price 
To  Him  who  died  that  we  might  die 
To  ein,  and  live  with  Him  on  high. 
To  Him  who  rose  that  we  might  rise, 
And  reign  with  Him  beyond  the  slcies. 
To  Him  who  now  for  us  doth  plead, 
And  helpeth  us  in  all  our  need. 
To  Him  who  doth  prepare  on  high 
Our  home  in  immortality. 
To  Him  be  glory  evermore! 
Ye  heavenly  hosts,  your  Lord  adore. 

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The  sands  of  time  are  sinking, 

The  dawn  of  heaven  breaks. 
The  summer  morn  I've  sighea  for — 

The  fair,  sweet  morn  awakes. 
Dark,  dark  hath  been  the  midnight, 

But  day-spring  is  at  hand. 
And  glory,  glory  dwelleth 

In  Immanuel's  land. 
I've  wrestled  on  toward  heaven, 

'Gainst  storm  and  wind  and  tiae, 
Now,  like  a  weary  traveler 

That  leaneth  on  his  guide. 
Amid  the  shades  of  evening. 

While  sinks  life  lingering  sand, 
I  hail  the  glory  dawning 

From  Immanuel's  land. 
Beep  waters  crossed  life's  pathway, 

The  hedge  of  thorns  was  sharp; 
Now  these  lie  all  behind  me — 

O!  for  a  well-tuned  harp! 
O,  to  join  the  hallelujah 

With  yon  triumphant  band! 
Who  sing  where  glory  dwelleth 

In  Immanuel's  land. 

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I  KNOW  that  my  Redeemer  lives! 
"What  comfort  this  sweet  message  gires! 

He  lives,  who  once  was  dead; 
He  lives,  all-glorious  in  the  sky; 
He  lives,  exalted  there  on  high, 

My  everlasting  Head.i 
II :  He  lives  !     He  lives  1 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives !  :1| 
He  lives,  to  bless  me  with  His  love; 
He  lives,  to  plead  for  me  above, 

My  hungry  soul  to  feed; 
He  lives,  to  grant  me  rich  supply; 
He  lives,  to  guide  me  with  His  eye, 

To  help  in  time  of  need. 


He  lives,  triumphant  from  the  grave; 
He  lives,  eternally  to  save; 

And  while  He  lives  I'll  sing; 
He  lives,  my  ever-faithful  Friend; 
He  lives,  and  loves  me  to  the  end. 

My  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King! 
He  lives,  my  mansion  to  prepare; 
He  lives  to  bring  me  safely  there; 

My  Jesus  still  the  same: 
What  joy  this  blest  assurance  gives!  — 
"I  know  that  my  Redeemer  livea:" 

All  glory  to  His  name! 

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"A  LITTLE  while!"  and  He  shall  come; 

The  hour  draws  on  apace. 
The  blessed  hour,  the  glorious  morn. 

When  we  shall  see  His  face: 
How  light  our  trials  then  will  seem! 

How  short  our  pilgrim  way! 
Our  life  on  earth  a  fitful  dream, 

Dispelled  by  dawning  day! 

Then  come,  Lord  Jesus,  quickly  come, 

In  glory  and  in  light ! 
Come,  take  Thy  longing  children  home, 
And  end  earth's  weary  night! 
"  A  little  while!  "  with  patience.  Lord, 

I  fain  would  ask,  *'  How  long?  '' 
For  how  can  I  with  such  a  hope 

Of  glory  and  of  home. 
With  such  a  joy  awaiting  me. 

Not  wish  the  hour  were  come? 
How  can  I  keep  the  longing  back. 

And  how  suppress  the  groan? 
Yet  peace,  my  heart!  and  hush,  my  tonguel 

Be  calm,  my  troubled  breast! 
Each  passing  hour  is  hastening  on 

The  everlasting  rest: 
Thou  knowest  well— the  time  thy  God 

Appoints  for  thee  is  best: 
The  morning  star  will  soon  arise; 

The  glow  is  in  the  East. 

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Precious  Saviour,  may  I  llr*^ 

Only  for  Thee! 
Spend  the  powers  Thou  dost  gtV^ 

Only  for  Thee! 
Be  my  spirit's  deep  desire, 

Only  for  Thee! 
May  my  intellect  aspire, 

Only  for  Thee! 
Only  Christ  who  died  for  me 
Paid  the  price  and  made  me  free. 
Now,  and  through  eternity, 
Only  for  Thee  ! 
In  my  joys  may  I  rejoice 

Only  for  Thee! 
In  my  choosing  make  my  choicev 

Only  for  Thee! 
Meekly  may  I  suffer  grief, 

Only  for  Thee! 
Gratefully  accept  relief 

Only  for  ^h-o! 


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Be  my  smiles  and  be  my  tears, 

Only  for  Thee! 
Be  my  young  and  riper  years, 

Only  for  Thee! 
Be  my  peace  and  be  my  strife, 

Only  for  Thee! 
Be  my  love  and  be  my  life, 

Only  for  Thee! 

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Only  waiting  till  the  shadows 

Are  a  little  longer  grown; 
Only  waiting  till  the  glimmer 

Of  the  day's  last  beam  is  flown; 
Till  the  night  of  death  has  faded 

From  the  heart  once  full  of  day; 
Till  the  stars  of  heaven  are  breaking 

Through  the  twilight  soft  and  gray. 
Only  waiting  till  the  reapers 

Have  the  last  sheaf  gathered  home; 
For  the  summer  time  has  faded 

And  the  autumn  winds  have  come. 
Quickly,  reapers!  gather  quickly, 

All  the  ripe  hours  of  my  heart; 
For  the  bloom  of  life  is  withered, 

And  I  hasten  to  depart. 
Only  waiting  till  the  angels 
g  Open  wide  the  pearly  gate, 

I  At  whose  portals  long  I've  lingered, 

; '  Weary,  poor,  and  desolate: 

Even  now  I  hoar  their  footsteps. 

And  their  voices  far  away; 
If  they  call  me,  I  am  waiting, 

Only  waiting  to  obey. 
"Waiting  for  a  brighter  dwelling 

Than  I  ever  yet  have  seen. 
Where  the  tree  of  life  is  blooming, 

And  the  #elds  are  ever  green: 
Waiting  fot  my  full  redemption, 

When  my  Saviour  shall  restore 
All  that  sin  has  caused  to  wither; 

Age  and  sorrow  come  no  more. 

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Once  more,  my  soul,  thy  Saviour,  through  the 

Is  offered  full  and  free;  [Word, 

And  now,  O  Lord,  I  must,  I  must  decide; 

Shall  I  accept  of  Thee? 
I  will !  I  will !  I  will,  God  helping  me, 

I  will,  I  will  be  Thine  ! 
Thy  precious  blood  was  shed  to  purchase  me— 
I  will  be  wholly  Thine  I 
By  grace  I  will  Thy  mercy  now  receive, 

Thy  love  my  heart  hath  won; 
On  Thee,  O  Christ,  I  will,  I  will  believe, 

And  trust  in  Thee  alone! 
Thou  knowest,  Lord,  how  very  weak  I  am, 

And  how  I  fear  to  stray; 
For  strength  to  serve  I  look  to  Thee  alone — 

The  strength  Thou  mu«t  supply! 
And  now,  O  Lord,  give  all  with  us  to-day 

The  grace  to  join  our  son^; 
And  from  the  heart  to  gladly  witn  us  say:    , 

"  I  WILL  to  Christ  belong!" 


To  all  who  came,  when  Thou  waat  here  bel«W| 
And  said,  "  O  Lord,  wilt  Thou?" 

To  them  **I  will!"  was  ever  Thy  reply; 
We  rest  upon  it  now. 

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It's  a  bonnie,  bonnie  warl'  that  we're  livin'  im 

the  noo',  [throe: 

An'  sunny  is  the  Ian'  that  noo  we  aften  traiv'l 
But  in  vain  we  look  for  something  here  t© 

which  oor  hearts  may  cling,  [the  King. 
For  its  beauty  is  as  naething  tae  the  palace  o' 
We  like  the  gilded  simmer,  wi'   its  merry, 

merry  tread,  [ties  wi*  the  dead; 

An'  we  sigh  when  hoary  winter  lays  its  beau- 
For  tho'  bonnie  are  the  snawflakes,  an'  the 

doon  on  Winter's  wing,  [the  King. 

It's  fine  to  ken  it  daurna  touch  the  palace  o' 

Then  again,  I've  juist  been  thinkin'  that  when 

a'thing  here's  sae  bricht,  [quiverin'  licht. 

The  sun  in  a'  its  grandeur,  an'  the  mune  wi' 

The  ocean  i'  the  simmer;  or  the  woodland  i' 

the  spring,  [the  King. 

What  maun  it  be  up  yonner  i'  the  palace  o' 

It's  here  we  hae  oor  trials,  an'  it's  here  that 

He  prepares  [somed  sinner  wears. 

His  chosen  for  the  raiment  which  the  ran- 

An'  its  here  that  He  wad  hear  us  'mid  oor 


'We' 


tribulations  sing,        [palace  o'  the  King, 
/"e'll  trust  oor  God  wha  reigneth  i'  the 


the 

Oh!  its  honor  heaped  on  honor  that  His  court- 
iers should  be  ta'en  [warl'  o'  sin  an'  pain. 
Frae  the  wand'rin'  anes  He  died  for  i'  this 
An'  its  fu'est  love  an'  service  that  the  Chris- 
tians aye  should  bring  [o'  the  King. 
To  the  feet  o'  Him  wha  reigneth  i'  the  palace 
The  time  for  sawin'    seed,    it  is  a  wearin', 
wearin' dune;  [verasune. 
An'  the  time  for  winnin'  souls  will  be  ower 
Then  lat  us  a'  be  active,  if  a  fruitfu'  sheaf 
we'd  bring  [King. 
To  adorn  the  Eoyal  table  i'  the  palace  o'  the 

Then  lat  us  trust  Him  better  than  we've  ever 

dune  afore,  [ever  bounteous  store: 

For  the  King  will  feedsHis  servants  frae  His 
Lat  us  keep  a  closer  grip  o'  Him,  for  time  is 

on  the  wing,  [o'  the  King. 

An'  sune  He'll  come  an'  tak'  us  tae  the  palaoe 
It's  iv'ry  halls  are  bonnie  upon  which  the 

rainbows  shine,  ftadin'  Vine; 

An'  its  Eden  bow'rs  are  trellised  wi'  a  never 
An'  the  pearly  gates  o'  heaven  do  a  glorious 

radiance  fling  [o'  the  King. 

On  the  starry  floor  that  shimmers  i'  the  palace 

Nae  nicht  shall  be  in  Heaven,  an'  nae  deso- 
latin'  sea,  [o'  the  free; 

And  nae  tyrant  hoofs  shall  trample  i'  the  city 

There's  an  everlastin'  daylicbt,  an'  a  never 
fadin'  spring,  [o'  the  King. 

T7bere  ^he  LaaiD  is  a'  the  glory  f  the  palace 


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We  see  onr  freens  await  us  ower  yonner  at 
His  gate;  [late; 

Then  lat  us  a'  be  ready,  for  ye  ken  its  gettin' 

Let  oor  lamps  be  brichtly  burnin';  let  us 
raise  oor  voice  and  sing, 

For  sune  we'll  meet,  to  pairt  nae  mair,  i'  the 
palace  ©'  the  King. 

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•'Eedebmep!'*  "redeemed!" 

Oh,  sing  the  joyful  strain! 
Give  praise;  give  praise 

And  glory  to  His  name; 
Who  gave  His  blood  our  souls  to  save, 
J: And  purchased  freedom  for  the  slave!: 8 
''Redeemed  !"  redeemed  from  sin  and  all  its  woe  1 
•'Redeemed  !"  redeemed  eternal  life  to  know ! 
"Redeemed!"  redeemed  by  Jesus'  blood, 
•'Redeemed  J"  redeemed  1    Oh,  praise  the  Lord  I 
What  grace!  vrhat  grace! 

That  He  who  calmed  the  wave 
Should  stoop,  my  soul, 

My  guilty  soul  to  save! 
That  He  the  curse  should  bear  for  me, 
j:A  sinful  wretch,  His  enemy! ;|1 
"Redeemed!"  redeemed! 

The  word  has  brought  repose, 
And  joy,  and  joy 

That  each  redeemed  one  knows. 
Who  sees  his  sins  on  Jesus  laid, 
|:And  knows  His  blood  the  ransom  paid.rg 
"Redeemed!"  redeemed? 

O  joy,  that  I  should  be 
In  Christj  in  Christ, 

From  sin  forever  free! 
Forever  free  to  praise  His  name, 
|:Who  bore  for  me  the  guilt  and  shame!:  J 

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God  is  great,  and  God  is  good. 
And  we  thank  Him  for  this  food: 
By  His  hand  must  all  be  fed, 
Give  usj  Lord,  our  daily  bread. 

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Master,  the  tempest  is  raging! 
The  billows  are  tossing  hi^h! 
Tbr  sky  is  o'ershadowed  witn  blackness, 

lio  shelter  or  help  is  nigh; 
•*Carest  Thou  not  that  we  perish?"— 

How  canst  Thou  lie  asleep,  » 
When  each  moment  so  madly  is  threatening 
A  grave  in  the  angry  deep? 

The  winds  and  the  waves  shall  obey  My  will, 

"Peace,  be  still!" 
Whether  the  wrath  of  the  storm-tossed  sea, 
Or  demons,  or  men,  or  whatever  it  be. 
No  water  can  swallow  the  ship  where  lies 
The  Master  of  ocean  and  earth  and  skies  ; 
II:  They  all  shall  sweetly  obey  My  will; 
"Peace,  be  still  1"  :|| 
Master,  with  anguish  of  spirit 

I  bow  in  my  grief  to-day; 
Tlie  depths  of  my  sad  heart  are  troubled, 
Oh*'  waken  and  save^  I  pray! 


Torrents  of  sin  and  of  anguish 

Sweep  o'er  my  sinking  soul; 
And  I  perish!  I  perish! -dear  Master; 

Oh!  hasten,  and  take  control. 
Master,  the  terror  is  over. 

The  elements  sweetly  rest; 
Earth's  sun  in  the  calm  lake  is  mirrored, 

And  heaven's  within  my  breast; 
Linger,  O  Blessed  Redeemer, 

Leave  me  alone  no  more; 
And  with  joy  I  shall  make  the  blest  barber- 

And  rest  on  the  blissful  shore. 

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O  WHAT  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

The  gathering  storm  I  behold, 
Exposed  to  the  wrath  of  my  God; 

II:  Is  there  no  sheltering  fold?  :|| 
H:  I  am  the  door,  by  Me  if  any  man  enter  la. 
He  shall  be  saved,  he  shall  be  saved.  :| 
0  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

No  light,  no  hope  can  I  see. 
No  help  in  myself  can  I  find; 

R :  Is  there  no  mercy  for  me?  :  g 
O  what  shall  I  do  to  be  saved? 

So  vile,  so  burdened  with  sin, 

0  how  to  the  fold  may  I  come, 

B:  How  may  I  enter  therein?  :| 

1  enter  the  wide  open  door. 

In  Christ  I  now  have  believed; 
I'm  cleansed  from  my  sins  by  His  blood; 
II :  I  trust  and  now  I  am  saved!  :g 

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Jestts,  I  my  cross  have  taken. 

All  to  leave  and  follow  Thee; 
Naked,  poor,  despised,  forsaken, 

Thou  from  hence  my  all  shalt  be. 
Perish  every  fond  ambition, 

All  I've  sought,  or  heped,  or  known. 
Yet  how  rich  is  my  condition, 

God  and  heaven  are  still  my  own. 
Let  the  world  despise  and  leave  me. 

They  have  left  my  Saviour  too; 
Human  hearts  and  looks  deceive  me — 

Thou  art  not,  like  them,  untrue; 
Oh!  while  Thou  dost  smile  upon  me, 

God  of  wisdom,  love,  and  might, 
Foes  may  hate,  and  friends  disown  me — 

Show  Thy  face,  and  all  is  bright. 
Haste  thee  on  from  grace  to  glory, 

Armed  by  faith,  and  winged  by  prayer! 
Heaven's  eternal  day's  before  thee, 

God's  own  hand  shall  guide  thee  there: 
Soon  shall  close  thy  earthly  mission, 

Soon  shall  pass  thy  pilgrim  days, 
Hope  shall  change  to  glad  fruition. 

Faith  to  sight,  and  prayer  to  praise. 

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ALOire  the  River  of  Time  we  glide. 
Along  the  River,  along  the  River, 

The  swiftly  flowing,  resistless  tide. 
The  swiftly  flowmg,  the  swiftly  flowing, 


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And  soon,  ah,  soon,  the  end  we'll  see, 
Yes,  soon  'twill  come  and  we  will  be 
||:  Floating,  floating, 
Out  on  the  sea  of  eternity  !  :l| 
Along  the  River  of  Time  we  glide. 

Along  the  Biver,  along  the  River, 
A  thousand  dangers  its  currents  hide, 

A  thousand  dangers,  a  thousand  dangers, 
And  near  our  course  the  rocks  we  see, 
Oh  dipadful  thought!  a  wreck  to  be 
Along  the  River  of  Time  we  glide, 

Along  the  River,  along  the  River, 
Our  Saviour  only  our  bark  can  guide, 

Our  Saviour  only,  our  Saviour  only, 
But  with  Him  we  secure  may  be, 
No  fear,  no  doubt,  but  joy  to  be 

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**  Till  He  come!"— oh,  let  the  words 
Linger  on  the  trembling  chords; 
Let  "the  little  while"  between 
In  their  golden  light  be  seen; 
Let  us  think  how  heaven  and  home 
Lie  beyond  that  "  Till  He  come." 
"When  the  weary  ones  we  love 
Enter  on  their  rest  above. 
When  the  words  of  love  and  cheer 
Fall  no  longer  on  our  ear. 
Hush!  be  every  murmur  dumb! 
It  is  only  ^*TUl  He  come." 
Clouds  and  darkness  round  us  press: 
Would  we  have  one  sorrow  less? 
All  the  sharpness  of  the  cross. 
All  that  tells  the  world  is  loss. 
Death,  and  darkness,  and  the  tomb. 
Pain  us  only  '^Till  He  come." 
See,  the  feast  of  love  is  spread. 
Drink  the  wine  and  eat  the  bread; 
Sweet  memorials,— till  the  Lord 
Call  us  round  His  heavenly  board; 
Some  from  earth,  from  glory  some, 
Severed  only  '^Till  He  come." 

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Oh,  to  be  over  yonder, 
In  that  land  of  wonder,     [harpers  ring: 
Where  the  angel  voices  mingle,  and  the  angel 
To  be  free  from  pain  and  sorrow. 
And  the  anxious,  dread  to-morrow, 
To  rest  in  light  and  sunshine  in  the  presence 
of  the  King. 

Oh  !  to  be  over  yonder, 
In  that  land  of  wonder- 
There  to  be  forever 
In  the  presence  of  the  King. 
Oh,  to  be  over  yonder! 
My  yearning  heart  grows  fonder 
Of  looking  to  the  east,  to  see  the  blessed  day- 
Some  tidings  of  the  waking,    [star  bring 
The  cloudless,  pure  day  breaking! 
My  heart  is  ye  \rning— yearning  for  tli3  (xsscx- 
ing  of  the  King. 


Oh,  to  be  over  yonder! 
Alas!  I  sigh  and  wonder — 
Why  clings  my  poor,  weak,  sinful   heart  t» 
any  earthly  thing? 
Each  tie  of  earth  must  sever, 
And  pass  away  forever:        [of  the  King. 
But  there's  no  more  separation  in  the  presence 
Oh,  when  shall  I  be  dwelling 
Where  angel  voices,  swelling 
In  triumphant  hallelujahs,  make  the  vaulted 
heavens  ring- 
Where  the  pearly  gates  are  gleaming, 
And  the  Morning  Star  is  beaming — 
Oh,  when  shall  I  be  yonder  in  the  presence  ef 
the  King? 
Oh,  I  shall  soon  be  yonder, 
Though  lonely  here  I  wander. 
Yearning  for  the  welcome  summer— longing 
for  the  bird's  fleet  wing; 
The  midnight  may  be  dreary. 
And  the  heart  be  worn  and  weary. 
But  there's  no  more  shadow  yonder  in  the 
presence  of  the  King. 

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Come,  thou  weary,  Jesus  calls  thee 

To  His  wounded  side; 
'•Come  to  me,"  saith  He,  "and  ever 

Safe  abide." 
Seeking  Jesus?  Jesus  seeks  thee — 

Wants  thee  as  thou  art; 
He  is  knocking,  ever  knocking 

At  thy  heart. 
If  thou  let  Him,  He  will  save  thee — 

Make  thee  all  His  own; 
Guide  thee,  keep  thee,  take  thee,  dying, 

To  His  throne. 
Wilt  thou  still  refuse  His  offer? 

Wilt  thou  say  Him  nay? 
Wilt  thou  let  Him,  grieved,  rejected, 

Go  away? 
Dost  thou  feel  thy  life  is  weary?] 

Is  thy  soul  distressed? 
Take  His  offer,  wait  no  longer; 
Be  at  rest! 

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Mt  Saviour's  praises  I  will  sing, 

And  all  His  love  express; 
Whose  mercies  each  returning  day 

Proclaim  His  faithfulness. 

II:  "Every  day  will  I  bless  Thee!"  :| 

And  I  will  praise,  will  praise.  Thy  aamo 
Forever  and  ever ! 
Redeemed  by  His  almighty  power. 

My  Saviour  and  my  King; 
My  confidence  in  Him  I  place. 

To  Him  my  soul  would  cling. 
On  Thee  alone,  my  Saviour,  God, 

My  steadfast  hopes  depend; 
And  to  Thy  holy  will  my  soul 

Submissively  wouIU.  bend. 


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Oh,  giant  Thy  Ruty  Spirit's  grace, 
And  aid  my  feeble  powers; 

That  gladly  I  may  follow  Thee 
Through  all  my  future  hours. 


O 


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♦Onwaep,  upward,  homeward!" 

Joyfully  I  flee 
From  this  world  of  sorrow. 

With  my  Lord  to  be,* 
Onward  to  the  glory, 

Upward  to  the  prize, 
Homeward  to  the  mansions. 

Far  above  the  skies. 
Onward  to  the  glory, 

Upward  to  the  prize, 
Homeward  to  the  mansions. 
Far  above  the  skies. 
*•  Onward,  upward,  homeward!'* 

Here  I  find  no  rest; 
Treading  o'er  the  desert 

Which  my  Saviour  pressed; 
•^Onward,  upward,  homeward!" 

I  shall  soon  be  there, 
Boon  its  joys  and  pleasures 

I,  through  grace,  shall  share. 
•'Onward,  upward,  homeward!" 

Come  along  with  me; 
Te  who  love  the  Saviour. 

Bear  me  company; 
"Onward,  upward,  homeward!" 

Press  with  vigor  on; 
Yet  a  little  moment 

And  the  race  is  won. 

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0«,  soul-tossed    on  the  billows,   afar  from 
friendly  land,  [low  of  His  hand.'* 

L«ok  up  to' Him  who  holds  thee  in  ''The  hol- 
In  "The  hollow  of  His  hand," 
In  the  hollow  of  His  hand, 
O  how  safe  are  all  who  trust  Him, 
In  *'The  hollow  of  His  hand." 
Though  raging  winds  may  drive  thee,  a  wreck 
upon  the  strand,     [hollow  of  His  hand." 
Still  cling  to  Him  who  holds  thee  in  "The 
■^hen  strength  is  spent  in  toiling,  and  wearily 
you  stanci,  [hollow  of  His  hand." 

Then  rest  in  Him  ,who  holds  thee  in  "The 
When  by  the  swelling  Jordan,  your  feet  in 
sinking  sand,  [low  of  His  hand." 

Eemember  still  He  holds  thee  in  "  The  hol- 
And  when  at  last  we're  gathered,  with  .all 
the  ransomed  band,  [hollow  of  His  hand. ' ' 
We'll  praise  our  God  who  holds  us  in  "The 

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^ajLiSE  Him!  praise  Him!  Jesus,  our  blessed 

Redeemer! 

Sing,  O  earth— His  wonderful  love  proclaim! 

Sail  Him!  hail  Him!  highest  arch-angels  in 

glory; 

Strength  and  honor  give  to  Hia  holy  name! 


Like  a  shepherd  Jesus  will  guard  His  children. 
In  His  arms  He  carries  them  all  day  long; 
Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  tell  of  Hisj  excellent 
greatness,  [song. 

Praise  Him!    praise  Him!    ever  in   joyful 
Praise  [Him!  praise  Him!  Jesus,  lour  blessed 
Redeemer!  [died: 

For   our  sins  He  sufferod,  and  bled,  and 
He  our  Rock,  our  hope  of  eternal, salvation. 
Hail  Him!  hail  Him!  Jesus,  the  crucified. 
Sound  His  praises!  Jesus  who  bore  our  sor- 
rows, [strong: 
Love    unbounded,    wonderful,    deep,    and 
Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  tell  of  His  excellent 
greatness,  [song! 
Praise  Him!    praise  Him!    eve^:  in   joyful 
Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  Jesus,  our  blessed 
Redeemer! 
Heavenly  portals  loud  with  hosannas  ring! 
Jesus,  Saviour,  reigneth  for  ever  and  ever: 
Crown    Him!    crown    Him!    Prophet,    and 
Priest,  and   King! 
Christ  is  coming!  over  the  world  victorious, 

Power  and  glory  unto  the  Lord  belong; 
Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  tell  of  His  excellent 
greatness,  [songi 

Praise   Him!    praise  Him!    ever  in  joyful 

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I  KNOW  not  why  God's  wondrous  grace 

To  me  He  hath  made  known, 
Nor  why — unworthy — Christ  in  love 

Redeemed  me  for  His  own. 

But  "I  know  whom  I  have  believed, 
And  am  persuaded  that  he  is  able 
Te  keep  that  which  I've  committed 
Unto  him  against  that  day." 
rknow  not  how  this  saving  faith 

To  me  He  did  impart, 
Nor  how  believing  in  His  word 

Wrought  peace  within  my  heart, 
I  know  not  how  the  Spirit  moves, 

Convincing  men  of  sin, 
Revealing  Jesus  through  the  word, 

Creating  faith  in  Him. 
I  know  not  what  ©f  good  or  ill 

May  be  reserved  for  me. 
Of  weary  ways  or  golden  days, 

Before  His  face  I  see. 
I  know  not  when  my  Lord  may  come. 

At  night  or  noonday  fair, 
Nor  if  I'll  walk  the  vale  with  Him, 

Or  "meet  Him  in  the  air." 

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Behold  a  Fountain  deep  and  wide, 

Behold  its  onward  flow; 
»Twas  opened  in  the  Saviour's  side, 
II :  And  cleanseth  "white  as  snow,"  | 
Come  to  this  Fountain, 
'Tis  flowing  to-day ; 
And  all  who  will  may  freely  com«. 
And  wash  their  sins  away. 


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M 


From  Calvc-y*8  cross,  where  Jesus  died 

In  aorrow,  pain,  and  woe, 
Burst  forth  the  wondroua  crimson  tide 

j.  Thatcleanseth  ''white  as  snow."  :\ 
0  may  we  all  the  healing  power 

Of  that  bless'd  Fountain  know; 
f  rust  only  in  the  precious  blood 

iJ.That  cleanseth  "white  as  snow.":]] 
iLnd  when  at  last  the  message  comes, 

And  we  are  called  to  go, 
©ur  trust  shall  still  be  in  the  blood 

H:That  cleanseth  "white  as  snow.": J 

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CoMK  with  thy  sins  to  the  fountain, 

Come  with  thy  burden  of  grief; 
Bury  them  deep  in  its  waters,! 

There  thou  wilt  find  a  relief. 

Haste  thee  away,  why  wilt  thou  stay? 
Risk  not  thy  soul  on  a  moment's  delay; 
Jesus  is  waiting  to  save  thee, 
Mercy  is  pleading  to-day. 
Come  as  thou  art  to  the  fountain, 

Jesus  is  waiting  for  thee; 
What  though  thy  sins  are  like  crimson, 

White  as  the  snow  they  shall  be. 
These  are  the  words  of  the  Saviour: 

They  who  repent  and  believe, 
They  who  are  willing  to  trust  Him, 

Life  at  His  hand  shall  receive. 
Come  and  be  healed  at  the  fountain, 

List  to  the  peace-speaking  voice; 
Over  a  sinner  returning 

Now  let  the  angels  rejoice. 

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O  CHILD  of  God,  wait  patiently 

When  dark  thy  path  may  be, 
And  let  thy  faith  lean  trustingly 

On  Him  who  cares  for  Thee; 
And  though  the  clouds  hang  drearily 

Upon  the  brow  of  night, 
Yet  in  the  morning  joy  will  come 

And  fill  thy  soul  with  light. 

•  child  of  God,  lie  loveth  thee, 

And  thou  art  all  His  own; 
With  gentle  hand  He  leadeth  thee. 

Thou  dost  not  walk  alone; 
And  though  thou  watchest  wearily 

The  long  and  stormy  night, 
Tet  in  the  morning  joy  will  come. 

And  fill  thy  soul  with  light. 

O  child  of  God,  how  peacefully 

He  calms  thy  fears  to  rest. 
And  draws  thee  upward  tenderly, 

Where  dwell  the  pure  and  blest; 
And  He  who  bendeth  silently 

Above  the  gloom  of  night, 
Will  take  thee  home  where  endless  joy 

Shall  fill  thy  soul  with  lights 


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O  woNDEBFTTL  words  of  the  gospel! 

O  wonderful  message  they  hring^ 
Proclaiming  a  blessed  redemption 

Through  Jesus,  our  Saviour  and  Kiagt 
Believe,  oh,  believe  in  His  mercy 
That  flows  like  a  fountain  so  free ; 
Believe,  and  receive  the  redemption 
He  offers  to  you  and  to  me. 
He  came  from  the  throne  of  His  glory^ 

And  left  the  bright  mansions  above. 
The  world  to  redeem  from  its  bondage; 

So  great  His  compassion  and  love. 
O  come  to  this  wonderful  Saviour, 

Come  weary  and  sorrow-oppressed, 
Behold  on  the  cross  how  He  suffered, 

That  you  in  His  kingdom  might  rest. 
There's  no  other  refuge  but  Jesus, 

No  shelter  where  lost  ones  may  fly; 
And  now,  while  He's  tenderly  callin»J 

O  "turn  ye,"  "for  why  will  ye  dieV" 

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Closer,  Lord,  to  Thee  I  cling. 

Closer  still  to  Thee; 
Safe  beneath  Thy  sheltering  wing 

I  would  ever  be; 
Eude  the  blast  of  doubt  and  sin, 
Fierce  assaults  without,  within. 
Help  me,  Lord,  the  battle  win;— 

Closer,  Lord,  to  Thee. 
Closer  yet,  O  Lord,  my  Rock, 

Refuge  of  my  soul; 
Dread  I  not  the  tempest  shock. 

Though  the  billows  roll. 
Wildest  storm  can  not  alarm. 
For,  to  me,  can  come  no  harm, 
Leaning  on  Thy  loving  arm; — 

Closer,  Lord,  to  Thee. 
Closer  still,  my  Help,  my  Stay, 

Closer,  closer  still; 
Meekly  there  I  learn  to  say, 

"Father,  not  my  will;  " 
Learn  that  m  affliction's  hour. 
When  the  clouds  of  sorrow  lower. 
Love  directs  Thy  hand  of  powerj— 

Closer,  Lordv  to  Thee. 
Closer.  Lord,  to  Thee  I  come, 

Light  of  life  Divine; 
Through  the  ever  Blessed  Son, 

Joy  and  peace  are  mine; 
Let  me  in  Thy  love  abide. 
Keep  me  ever  near  Thy  side. 
In  the  "Rock  of  Ages"  hide,— 

Closer,  Lord,  to  Thee. 

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Rejoice  in  the  Lord,  O  let  His  mercy  cheer, 
.  He  sunders  the  bands  that  enthrall;    (fear, 

Redeemed  by  His  blood,  why  should  we  ever 
Since  Jesus  is  our  "all  in  all." 
If  God  be  for  us,  if  God  be  for  us,  if  God  be  for  oi^ 
Who  can  be  against  us,  who,  who,  who, 
Who  can  be  against  us,  against  us  ? 


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Be  strong  in  the  Lord,  rejoicing  in  His  might, 

Be  loyal  and  true,  d.ay  by  day; 
When  evils  assail,  be  valiant  for  the  right, 

And  He  will  be  our  strength,  our  stay. 
Confide  in  His  vrord,  His  promises  so  sure, 

In  Christ  they  are  "  yea,  and  amen:" 
Though  earth  pass  away,  they  ever  shall  en- 

*Tis  written  o'er  and  o'er  again.  [dure, 

Abide  in  the  Lord,  secure  in  His  control, 

'Tis  life  everlasting  be^un; 
To  pluck  from  His  hand  the  weakest,  trem- 

It  never,  never  can  be  done.       [bling  soul, 


) 


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**  God  is  Love!"— His  word  proclaims  it, 

Day  by  day  the  truth  we  prove; 
Heaven  and  earth  with  joy  are  telling. 
Ever  telling,  **  God  is  Love!" 
Hallelujah  !  tell  the  story, 

Sung  by  angel  choirs  above ; 
Sounding  forth  the  mighoy  chorus— 
"  Grod  is  Light,  and  God  is  Lw  1  '* 
•«God  is  love!"— Oh,  tell  it  gladly, 

How  the  Saviour  from  above 
Came  to  seek  and  save  the  lost  ones, 

Showing  thus  the  Father's  love. 
•'  God  is  Love!"— Oh,  boundless  mercy — 

May  we  all  its  fullness  prove! 
Telling  those  who  sit  in  darkness, 
**God  is  light,  and  God  is  Lovel" 

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Jxstjs,  my  Saviour,  to  Bethlehem  came. 
Born  m  a  manger  to  sorrow  and  shame; 
Oh,  it  was  wonderful— blest  be  His  namel 
Seeking  for  me,  for  me! 
H:  Seeking  for  isie  !    Seeking  for  me !  :|I 
Oh,  it  was  wonderful — blest  be  His  name  1 
Seeking  for  me,  for  me ! 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  on  Calvary's  tree, 
Paid  the  great  debt,  and  my  soul  He  set  free; 
Oh,  it  was  wonderful— how  could  it  be? 
Dying  for  me,  for  me! 
II :  Dying  for  me  I     Dying  f®r  me !  :|] 

Oh,  it  was  wonderful — how  could  it  be  ? 
Dying  for  me,  for  me  I 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  the  same  as  of  old, 
While  I  was  wandering  afar  from  the  fold. 
Gently  and  long  did  He  plead  with  my  soul, 
Calling  for  me,  for  me! 
II:  Calling  for  me !     Calling  for  me  !  :|I 

Gently  and  long  did  he  plead  with  my  soul, 
Calling  for  me,  for  me  1 
Jesus,  my  Saviour,  shall  come  from  on  high — 
Bweet  is  the  promise  as  weary  years  fly; 
©h,  I  shall  see  Him  descending  the  sky, 
Coming  for  me,  for  me! 
B:  Coming  for  me !     Coming  for  me  1  Ml 
Oh,  I  shall  see  Him  descending  the  sky, 
Coming  for  me,  for  me  1 


281  j 

Out  of  my  bondage,  sorrow  and  nigkl* 

Jesus,  I  come,  Jesus,  I  come: 
Into  Thy  freedom,  gladness  and  light, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee; 
Out  of  my  sickness  into  Thy  health. 
Out  of  my  want  and  into  Thy  wealth. 
Out  of  my  sin  and  into  Thyself, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee. 
Out- of  my  shameful  failure  and  loss, 

Jesus,  I  come,  Jesus,  I  come; 
Into  the  glorious  gain  of  Thy  oross, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee; 
Out  of  earth's  sorrows  into  Thy  balm. 
Out  of  life's  storms  and  into  Thy  calia« 
Out  of  distress  to  jubilant  psalm, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee. 
Out  of  unrest  and  arrogant  pride, 

Jesus,  I  come,  Jesus,  I  come; 
Into  Thy  blessed  will  to  abide, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee; 
"  Out  of  myself  to  dwell  in  Thy  love» 
Out  of  despair  into  raptures  above. 
Upward  for  aye  on  wings  like  a  dove, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Th^e. 
Out  of  the  fear  and  dread  of  the  tombi, 

Jesus,  I  come,  Jesus,  I  come. 
Into  the  jov  and  light  of  Thy  home, 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee; 
Out  of  the  depths  of  ruin  untold, 
Into  the  peace  of  Thy  sheltering  fold 
Ever  thy  glorious  face  to  behold 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee. 

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Glory  ever  be  to  Jesus, 

God's  own  well-beloved  Son; 
By  His  grace  He  hath  redeemed  ua^ 
**lt  is  finished,"  all  is  done. 
Saved  by  graee  through  faith  in  JeBU^ 

Savefl  by  His  own  precious  blood. 
May  we  in  His  love  abiding. 
Follow  •u  t»  know  the  Lord. 
Oh,  the  weary  days  of  wandering. 

Longing,  hoping  for  the  lightj 
These  at  last  lie  all  behind  us^ 

Jesus  is  our  st^e-ngth  and  might. 
In  His  safe  and  holy  keeping, 

'Neath  the  shadow  of  His  wing» 
Gladly  in  His  love  confiding, 
May  our  souls  His  praises  sing. 

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Who  came  down  from  heaven  te  earMit 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour; 

Came  a  child  of  lowly  birth? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour! 

Sound  the  chorus  loud  and  clear. 

He  hath  brought  salvation  nev^ 

None  so  precious,  none  so  dear, 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour.^ 


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6« 


ffho  was  lifted  on  the  tree? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour; 
There  to  ransom  you  and  me? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour 
Who  hath  promised  to  forgivet 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour; 
Who  hath  said,    '  believe  and  live?" 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour. 
Who  is  novy  enthroned  above? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour; 
Whom  should  we  obey  and  love? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour. 
Who  again  from  heaven  shall  come? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour; 
Take  to  glory  all  His  own? 

Jesus  Christ  our  Saviour. 

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Wk  have  heard  the  joyful  sound, 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
©pread  the  tidings  all  around: 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Bear  the  news  to  every  land, 

Climb  the  steeps  and  cross  the  waves; 
Onward!— 'tis  our  Lord's  command: 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Waft  it  on  the  rolling  tide: 

Jesus  saves!  Jssus  saves! 
Tell  to  sinners  far  and  wide: 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Sing,  ye  islands  of  the  sea, 

Echo  back,  ye  ocean  caves; 
Earth  shall  Keep  her  jubilee; 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Sing  above  the  battle  strife. 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
By  His  death  and  endless  life, 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Sing  it  softly  through  the  gloom, 

When  the  heart  for  mercy  craves; 
Bing  in  triumph  o'er  the  tomb,— 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Give  the  winds  a  mighty  voice: 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Let  the  nations  now  rejoice, — 

Jesus  saves!  Jesus  saves! 
Shout  salvation  full  and  free. 

Highest  hills  and  deepest  caves; 
This  our  song  of  victory,— 

Jesus  saves!    Jesus  savesi 

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He  is  coming,  the  **  Man  of  Sorrows,** 
Kow  exalted  on  high* 
le  is  coming  with  loud,  hosannas, 
In  the  clouds  of  the  sky. 
Halleliijah !    Hallelujah  I 

He  Is  coming  again ; 
And  with  joy  we  shall  gather  around  Him, 
At  His  coming  to  reign. 
He  is  coming,  our  loving  Saviour, 
Blessed  Lamb  that  was  slain; 
J  of  God  the  Father, 
.He  shall  reign. 


He  is  coming,  our  Lord  and  Master, 

Our  Eedeemer  and  King; 
We  shall  see  Him  in  all  His  beauty, 

And  His  praise  we  shall  sing. 
He  shall  gather  His  chosen  people, 

Who  are  called  by  His  name: 
And  the  ransomed  of  every  natiool 

For  His  own  He  shall  claim, 

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Whebbver  we  may  go,  by  night  or  day, 

A  loving  voice  within  doth  gently  say: 

My  son,  from  every  way  of  sin  depart; 

Be  Satan's  slave    no  more,  *'Give  Me  thf 

heart!" 
"Give'Me  thy  heart,  give  Me  thy  heart ; 
O  weary,  wandering  child,  give  Me  thy  heart.* 
Slight  not  that  voice  so  kind,  but  gladly  hear, 
And  choose  the  Lord  to-day,  while  He  is  near; 
He  will  His  pardoning  love  to  thee  impart; 
Oh,  hear  Him  calling  still,  "GiveiMe  thy 

heart!" 
We  may  have  chosen  long  from  Him  to  roam 
Yet  He  will  welcome  us,  if  we  but  come; 
Oh,  may  we  not  delay,  but  quickly  start- 
While    Jesus   sayeth   still,   ''Give    Me   thf 

heart!" 

287 

0  LIST  to  the  voice  of  the  Prophet  of  old, 
Proclaiming  in  language  divine. 

The  wonderful,  wonderful  message  of  tt 
That  "  They  that  be  wise  shall  shine.'* 
They  shall  shine  as  bright  as  the  stars. 
In  the  firmament  jeweled  with  light; 
And  they  that  turn  many  to  righteousness 
As  the  stars  forever  bright. 
Though  rugged  the  path  where  our  duty  mar 
O!  why  should  we  ever  repine?  [leadl 

When  faithful  and  true,  is  the  promise  to  all 

That  "They  that  be  wise  shall  shine." 
The  grandeur  of  wealth,  and  the  temples  «f 
fame. 
Where  beauty  and  splendor  combine, 
Will  perish,  forgotten,  and  crumble  to  dust. 

But  '*  They  that  be  wise  shall  shine." 
Then  let  us  go  forth  to  the  work  yet  to  do. 

With  zeal  that  shall  never  decline. 
Be  strong  in  the  Lord,  and  the  promise  beliere 
That  **  They  that  be  wise  shall  shiae." 

288 

1  BBLiEVED  in  God's  wonderful  mercy  awl 

face, 
in  the  smile  of  His  reconciled  faee. 
Believed  in  His  message  of  pardon  and  peao«| 
I  believed,  and  I  keep  on  believing. 
Believe  I  and  the  feeling  may  come  or  may  go. 
Believe  in  the  word,  that  was  written  to  ahvw 
That  all  who  believe,  their  Salvation  may  kamr% 
BoUere.  and  Iteep  right  oa  Ift^ioviac. 


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I  betleved  in  the  work  of  my  crucified  Lord, 
Believed  in  redemption  alone  through  His 

blood, 
Believed  in  my  Saviour  by  trusting  His  word 
I  believed,  and  1  keep  on  believing, 

I  believed  in  the  heart  that  was  opened  for  me, 

Believed  m  the  love  flowing  blessed  and  free, 

Believed  that  my  sins  were  all  nailed  to  the 

I  believed,  and  I  keep  on  believing,   [tree; 

I  believed  m  Himself,  as  the  true  Living  One, 
Believed   in    His   presence  on  high  on  the 

throne. 
Believed  in  His  coming  in  glory  full  soon; 
I  believed,  and  I  keep  on  believing. 

289 

Mbet  me  there!    Oh,  meet  me  therel 
In  the  heavenly  world  so  fair- 
Where  our  Lord  has  entered  m. 
And  there  comes  no  taint  of  sin, 
"With  our  friends  of  long  ago, 
Clad  in  raiment  white  as  snow, 
Such  as  all  the  ransomed  wear,— 
Meet  me  there!    Yes,  meet  me  therel 

Meet  me  there!    Oh,  meet  me  therel 
Far  beyond  this  world  of  care; 
When  this  troubled  life  shall  cease. 
Meet  me  where  is  perfect  peace; 
Where  our  sorrows  we  lay  down 
For  the  kingdom  and  the  crown, 
Jesus  doth  a  home  prepare, — 
Meet  me  there!    Yes,  meet  me  there 

Meet  me  there!    Oh,  meet  me  therel 
No  bereavements  we  shall  bear; 
There  no  sighings  for  the  dead. 
There  no  farewell  tear  is  shed; 
We  shall,  safe  from  all  alarms, 
Clasp  our  loved  ones  in  our  arms, 
And  in  Jesus'  glory  share,— 
Meet  me  there!     Yes,  meet  me  therel 

290 

AnB  yeu  ready,  are  you  ready  for  the  coming 

of  the  Lord? 
Are  you  living  as  He  bids  you  in  His  word? 
Are  you  walking  in  the  light? 
Is  your  hope  of  heaven  bright? 
Could  you  welcome  Him  to-night? 
Are  you  ready? 
Tlierefore  be  ye  also  ready,  be  ye  also  ready, 

Therefore  be  ye  also  ready, 
Pot  in  such  an  hour,  such  an  hour  as  ye  think  not, 
The  Son  of  Man  cometh. 
Are  you  waiting,  are  you  waiting  for  the  com- 
ing of  the  King?  [bring? 
Mave  you  bundles  of  the  golden   grain  to 
Can  you  lay  at  Jesus'  feet 
Any  gathered  sheaves  of  wheat. 
There  your  blessed  Lord  to  greefcT 

Are  you  ready?  > 


Have  you  risen,   have   you  risen  irom  xkt 

heavy  midnight  sle^p?  [deep?  1 

Have  you  risen  from  your  slumber  long  and  \ 
Are  your  garments  washed  from  sin. 
Are  you  cleansed  and  pure  within?        I 
Are  you  ready  for  the  King? 
Are  you  ready? 

291 

Praise  the  Saviour,  ye  who  know  Hk&; 
Who  can  tell  how  much  we  owe  Him? 
Gladly  let  us  render  to  Him 

All  we  are  and  have. 
Jesus  is  the  name  that  charms  us; 
He  for  conflict  fits  and  arms  us; 
Nothing  moves  and  nothing  harms  fm. 

When  we  trust  in  Him. 
Trust  in  Him,  ye  saints,  for  ever; 
He  is  faithful,  changing  never; 
Neither  force  nor  guile  can  sever 

Those  He  loves  from  Him. 
Keep  us.  Lord,  oh,  keep  us  cleaving 
To  tnyself,  ana  still  believing, 
Till  the  hour  of  our  receiving 

Promised  joys  in  heaven. 
Then  we  shall  be  where  we  would  be. 
Then  we  shall  be  what  we  should  be; 
Things  which  are  not  now,  nor  could  b«, 

Then  shall  be  our  own. 

292 

Shine  on,  O  Star  of  beauty. 

Thou  Christ  enthroned  above? 
Eeflecting  in  Thy  brightness 

Our  Father's  look  of  love, 
||:  Shine  on,  shine  on, 
Thou  bright  and  beautiful  star.  :| 
Shine  on,  O  Star  of  glory. 

We  lift  our  eyes  to  Thee; 
Beyond  the  clouds  that  gather. 

Thy  radiant  light  we  see. 
Shine  on,  O  star  unchanging, 

And  guide  our  pilgrim  way, 
Until  we  see  the  dawning 

Of  heaven's  eternal  day. 
And  when  with  thy  redeemed  ones 

We  reach  the  heavenly  shore. 
May  we  with  Thee  in  glory 

Shine  on  for  evermore. 

293 

Far,  far  away  in  heathen  darkness  dwelling. 
Millions  of  souls  forever  may  be  lost; 

Who,  who  will  go,  salvation's  story  telling- 
Looking  to  Jesus,  heeding  not  the  cost?  ^ 


i 


||:  "All  power  is  given  unto  Me,  :H 
Go  ye  into  all  the  world  and  preach  the  gospel,  and  1», 

I  am  with  you  alway." 
See  o'er  the  world  the  open  doors  inviting, 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise  and  enter  in! 
Brethren,  awake!  our  forces  all  uniting,  [sin. 
Send  fv\.a  the  gospel,  break  the  chains  of 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6* 


•Why  will  ye  die?"  the  voice  of  God  is  call- 

•*  Why  will  ye  die?"  re-echo  in  His  name; 

Jesus  hath  died  to  save  from  death  appalling, 

Life  and  salvation  therefore  go  proclaim. 

God  speed  the  day  when  those  of  every  nation 
♦*GIory  to  God"  triumphantly  shall  eing; 

Itansomed,  redeemed,  rejoicing  in  salvation. 
Shout  "Hallelujah,  for  the  Lord  is  King.'' 

294 

I  KNOW  I  love  Thee  better,  Lord, 

Than  any  earthly  joy; 
For  Thou  hast  given  me  the  peace 

Which  nothing  can  destroy. 
The  half  has  never  yet  beea  told. 

Of  love  80  full  aad  free  I 
The  half  has  uever  yet  been  told, 
The  blood — it  cleanseth  me  I 
Ilknew  that  Thou  art  nearer  still 

Then  any  earthly  throng; 
And  sweeter  is  the  thought  of  Thee 

Than  anj  lovely  song. 
Thou  hast  put  gladness  in  my  heart; 

Then  may  I  well  be  glad! 
Without  the  secret  of  Thy  love 

I  could  not  but  be  sad. 
O  Saviour,  precious  Saviour,  mine! 

What  will  Thy  presence  be, 
If  such  a  life  of  joy  can  crown 

Our  walk  on  earth  with  Thee? 

295 

0  PEECiotJS  word  that  Jesus  said! 
The  soul  that  comes  to  Me, 

1  will  in  no  wise  cast  Him  out. 
Whoever  he  may  be. 

Jj-  Whoever  he  may  be,  :l! 

I  will  in  no  wise  cast  him  out. 
Whoever  he  may  he. 
O  precious  word  that  Jesus  saidi 

Behold,  1  am  the  Door; 
And  all  who  enter  in  by  Me 
Have  life  for  evermore. 
It:  Have  life  for  evermore,  :lt 
And  all  who  enter  in  by  Mo 
Have  life  for  evermore. 
O  precious  word  that  Jesus  said! 
Come,  weary  souls  oppressed, 
Come  take  My  yoke  and  learn  of  Me, 
And  I  will  give  you  rest. 
y.  And  I  will  give  you  rest,  :[1 

Come  take  My  yote  and  learn  «f  Me, 
And  I  will  give  you  rest. 
O  precious  word  that  Jesus  said! 

The  world  I  overcame; 
Aad  they  who  follow  where  I  lead 
Shall  conquer  in  My  name. 
||:  Shall  conquer  io  My  name,  :tl 
And  they  who  follow  where  I  lead 
Shall  conquer  iu  My  name. 


296 

Weaet  gleaner  in  the  field,  poor  or  plenty  b« 
the  yield, 
Labor  on  for  the  Master,  nothing  fearing. 
There's  a  promise  of  reward,  at  the  coming  of 
the  Lord. 
Unto  all  them  that  love  His  appearing. 
0  the  crown,  the  glory  crown, 
O  the  day,  the  happy  day  is  nearing, 
When  the  crown  of  rich  reward  shall  be  given  by  th« 
Lord 
Unto  all  them  that  love  His  appearing. 
Jesus  now  has  gone  above  to  complete  Hia 
work  of  love; 
His  return  day  by  day  is  surely  nearing. 
When  His  own  He  will  receive,  and  a  wel- 
come He  will  give 
Unto  all  them  that  love  His  appearing. 
O  how  light  will  seem  the  grief,  and  the  toil- 
some way  how  brief, 
When  a  crown  in  the  glory  we  are  wearing, 
O  the  rapture  who  can  tell,  as  forever  there 
we  dwell,  [i^gt 

With  redeemed  ones  that  loved  Hia  appeaj- 

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We  lift  our  songs  to  Thee^ 

Our  Saviour  and  our  guide; 
O  make  us  from  our  burdens  free, 

And  keep  us  near  Thy  side. 
We  lift  our  prayers  to  Thee, 

Who  only  heareth  prayer; 
They  who  on  earth  do  thus  agree. 

Shall  find  Thy  blessing  there. i 
We  lift  our  faith  to  Thee, 

Increased  by  grace  divine; 
Help  us,  O  Lord,  Thy  footsteps  aee^ 

And  on  Thy  help  recline. 
We  lift  our  all  to  Thee, 

For  all  things,  Lord,  are  Thine; 
Take  us,  and  all  we  have,  and  sea 

Thy  likeness  in  us  shine. 

298 

I  Ksow  that  my  Redeemer  lives, 

And  has  prepared  a  place  for  me, 
And  crowns  of  victory  He  gives 

To  those  who  would  His  children  be. 
Then  ask  me  not  to  linger  long 
Amid  the  gay  and  thoughtless  throng, 

1:  For  I  am  only  waiting  here 
To  hear  the  summons :  "Child,  come  home  f*  4 
I'm  trusting  Jesus  Christ  for  all, 

I  know  His  blood  now  speaks  for  me; 
I'm  listening  for  the  welcome  call. 

To  say;     "The  Master  waiteth  thee!  " 
I'm  now  enraptured  with  the  thought, 

I  stand  and  wonder  at  His  love — 
That  He  from  heaven  .0  earth  was  brought 

To  die,  that  I  may  live  above. 


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I  know  that  Jesus  soon  will  come, 
I  know  the  time  will  not  be  long, 

Till  I  shall  reach  my  heavenly  home 
And  join  the  everlasting  song. 

299 

Not  far,  not  far  from  the  Kingdom, 

Yet  in  the  shadow  of  sin: 
How  many  are  coming  and  going! — 

How  few  there  are  entering  in! 

||:  How  few  there  are  entering  in  !  :ij 
How  many  are  coming  and  going ! — 
How  few  there  are  entering  in  1 
Not  far,  not  far  from  the  Kingdom, 

Where  voices  whisper  and  wait; 
Too  timid  to  enter  in  boldly. 

So  linger  still  outside  the  gate. 
Away  in  the  dark  and  the  danger, 

Far  out  in  the  night  and  the  cold; 
There  Jesus  is  waiting  to  lead  you 

So  tenderly  into  His  fold. 
Not  far,  not  far  from  the  Kingdom, 

'Tis  only  a  little  space; 
But,  oh,  you  may  still  be  forever 

Shut  out  from  yon  heavenly  placel 

300 

©NLT  a  beam  of  sunshine. 

But,  oh,  it  was  warm  and  bright; 
The  heart  of  a  weary  traveler 

"Was  cheered  by  its  welcome  sight. 
Only  a  beam  of  sunshine 

That  fell  from  the  arch  above, 
And  tenderly,  softly  whispered 

A  message  of  peace  and  love. 
Only  a  word  for  Jesus, 

Only  a  whispered  prayer 
Over  some  grief- worn  spirit 
May  rest  like  a  sunbeam  fair. 
Only  a  beam  of  sunshine 

That  into  a  dwelling  crept. 
Where  over  a  fading  rosebud 

A  mother  her  vigu  kept. 
Only  a  beam  of  sunshine 

That  smiled  through  her  falling  teara, 
And  showed  her  the  bow  of  promise, 

Forgotten  perhaps  for  years. 
Only  a  word  for  Jesus! 

Oh,  speak  it  in  His  dear  name; 
To  perishing  souls  around  you 

The  message  of  lore  proclaim. 
Go,  like  the  faithful  sunbeam, 

Your  mission  of  joy  fulfill; 
Bemember  the  Saviour's  promise. 

That  He  will  be  with  you  still. 

301 

AwAKs,  my  soul!  to  sound  His  praise. 

Awake  my  harp!  to  sing; 
Join,  all  my  powers!  the  song  to  raise, 
,  And  morning  incense  bring. 


Among  the  people  of  His  care, 

And  through  the^nations  round, 
Glad  songs  of  praise  will  I  prepare, 

And  there  His  name  resound. 
Be  Thou  exalted,  O  my  God! 

Above  the  starry  train; 
Diffuse  Thy  heavenly  grace  abroad. 

And  teach  the  world  Thy  reign. 
So  shall  Thy  chosen  sons  rejoice. 
And  throng  Thy  courts  above; 
While  sinners  hear  Thy  pardoning  voice, 

And  taste  redeeming  love. 

302 

Mt  Father  is  rich  in  houses  and  lands, 

He  holdeth  the  wealth  of  the  world  in  His 

hands! 
Of  rubies  and  diamonds,  of  silver  and  gold. 
His  coffers  are  full,— He  has  riches  untold. 

I'm  the  child  of  a  King  ! 

The  child  of  a  King  1 

With  Jesus  my  Saviour, 

I'm  the  child  of  a  King  I 
My  Father's  own  Son,  the  Saviour  of  men, 
Once  wandered  o'er  earth  as  the  poorest  of 

them; 
But  now  He  is  reigning  forever  on  high, 
And  will  give  me  a  home  in  heaven  by  and  by, 
I  once  was  an  outcast  stranger  on  earth, 
A  sinner  by  choice,  an  alien  by  birth! 
But  I've  been  adopted,  my  name's  written 

down, — 
An  heir  to  a  mansion,  a  robe,  and  a  crownl 
A  tent  or  a  cottage,  why  should  I  care? 
They're  building  a  palace  for  me  over  there! 
Though   exiled   from  home,  yet  still  I  may 

sing: 
All  glory  to  God,  I'm  the  child  of  a  King! 

303 

SoKQs  of  gladness,  never  sadness. 

Sing  the  ransomed  ones  in  heaven; 
Anthem  swelling,  ever  telling 

Of  the  joy  of  souls  forgiven. 
Sweetest  music  erer  swelling 

Through  the  eourt«  of  heaven  above; 
Ever  ainging,  ever  saying, 
God  is  Life,  and  Grod  is  Love  i 
Ever  sunshine,  never  shadow, 

Calm,  mild,  clear  celestial  day; 
Ever  summer  in  its  brightness, 

Never  winter  or  decay. 
Ever  gazing,  loving,  praising,! 

With  the  angel  hosts  above; 
One  eternal  Hallelujah, 

One  eternal  song  of  love. 
Never  sighing,  never  sinning; 

No  distrust,  nor  doubt,  nor  feara; 
Through  the  long  unenaing  ages. 

Through  the  long  eternal  yeari. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  o 


•T 


304 

Blessbd  assurance,  Jesus  is  mine! 
O  what  a  foretaste  of  glory  divine! 
Heir  of  salvation,  purchase  of  God, 
Born  of  His  Spirit,  washed  ia  Hia  blood. 
B:  This  is  my  story,  this  is  my  song, 

Praising  my  Saviour  all  the  day  long.  :U 
Perfect  submission,  perfect  delight, 
Visions  of  rapture  now  burst  on  my  sight. 
Angels  descending,  bring  from  above 
Echoes  of  mercy,  whispers  of  love. 
Perfect  submission,  all  is  at  rest, 
I,  in  mj  Saviour,  am  happv  and  blest. 
Watchmg  and  waiting,  looking  above. 
Filled  with  His  goodness,  lost  in  Hia  love. 

305 

Alas!  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed. 

And  did  my  Sovereign  die? 
"Would  He  devote  that  sacred  head 
For  such  a  worm  as  I? 
At  the  cross,  at  tbe  cross,  where  I  first  saw  the  light, 

And  the  burden  of  my  heart  rolled  away, 
It  was  there  by  faith  I  received  my  sight, 
And  now  I  am  happy  all  the  day. 

Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  have  done, 

He  groaned  upon  the  tree? 
Amazmg  pity,  grace  unknown, 

And  love  beyond  degree! 
But  drops  of  grief  can  ne'er  repay 

The  debt  of  love  I  owe; 
Here,  Lord,  I  give  myself  away, 
»Ti8  all  that  I  can  do! 

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In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  rest,  sweet  rest; 
There  is  rest  from  care  and  labor. 
There  is  rest  for  friend  and  neighbor, 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  rest,  sweet  rest. 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  rest,  sweet  rest. 

II:  There  is  rest,  there  is  peace,  there  is  joy 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings.  :|| 
In  tbe  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  peace,  sweet  peace. 
Peace  that  passeth  UMderstanding, 
Peace,  sweet  peace  that  knows  no  ending; 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  peace,  sweet  peace, 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  peace,  sweet  peace. 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings 
There  is  .joy,  glad  joy. 
There  is  joy  to  tell  the  story, 
Joy  exceeding,  full  of  glory; 
In  the  shadow  of  His  wings. 
There  is  joy,  glad  joy, 
Ia  the  shadow  of  Hia  winga 
There  is  joy,  glad  joy. 


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Jesus,  Thy  name  I  lore, 
All  other  names  above, 

Jesus  my  Lord! 
Oh,  Thou  art  all  to  me! 
Nothing  to  please  I  see. 
Nothing  apart  from  Thee, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 

Thou,  blessed  Son  of  God, 
Hast  bought  me  with  Thy  bldod, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 
Oh,  how  great  is  Thy  love, 
All  other  loves  above. 
Love  that  I  daily  prove, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 

When  unto  Thee  I  flee. 
Thou  wilt  my  Refuge  be, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 
What  need  I  now  to  feart 
What  earthly  grief  or  care, 
Bince  Thou  art  ever  near, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 

Soon  Thou  wilt  come  again! 
I  shall  be  happy  then, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 
Then  Thine  own  face  I'll  see. 
Then  I  shall  like  Thee  be. 
Then  ever  more  with  Thee, 

Jesus,  my  Lord! 

308 

Jestts  is  tenderly  calling  thee  home- 
Calling  to-day,  calling  to-day; 

Why  from  the  sunshine  or  love  wilt  thou  r«(6l 
Farther  and  farther  away? 

Calling  to-day,  calling  to-day, 

Jesus  is  calling,  is  tenderly  calling  to-daj. 

Jesus  is  calling  the  weary  to  rest- 
Calling  to-day,  calling  to-day; 

Bring  Him  thy  bvf den,  anathoushalt  be  blesfc; 
He  will  not  turn  thee  away. 

Jesus  is  waiting,  oh,  come  to  Him  now- 
Waiting  to-day,  waiting  to-day; 

Come  with  thy  sins,  at  His  feet  lowly  bow; 
Come,  ana  no  longer  delay. 

Jesus  is  pleading,  oh,  list  to  His  voice- 
Hear  Him  to-day,  hear  Him  to-day; 

They  who  believe  on  His  name  shall  rejoiee; 
Quickly  arise  and  away. 

309 

Some  one  will  enter  the  pearly  gate 

By  and  by,  by  and  by, 
Taste  of  the  glories  that  there  await. 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 
Some  one  will  travel  the  streets  of  gold. 
Beautiful  visions  will  there  behold, 
Feast  on  the  pleasures  so  long  foretold! 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 


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Some  one  vrill  gladly  his  cross  lay  down 

By  and  by,  by  and  by, 
Faithful,  approved,  shall  receive  a  crown, 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 
Some  one  the  glorious  Kin^  will  see, 
Ever  from  sorrow  of  earth  be  free, 
Happy  with  Him  through  eternity; 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 
Some  one  will  knock  when  the  door  is  shut 

By  and  by,  by  and  by, 
fiear  a  voice  saying,  "  I  know  you  not," 

Shall  vou?  shall  I? 
Some  one  will  call  and  shall  not  be  heard, 
Yainly  will  strive  when  the  door  is  barred. 
Some  one  will  fail  of  the  saint's  reward: 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 
Some  one  will  sing  the  triumphant  song 

By  and  by,  by  and  by. 
Join    in  the    praise    with    the  blood-bought 

Shall  you?  shall  I?  [throng, 

Some  one  will  greet  on  the  golden  shore 
Loved  ones  of  earth  who  have  gone  before, 
Safe  in  the  glory  for  evermore: 

Shall  you?  shall  I? 

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Oh,  wondrous  Name,  by  prophets  heard 

Long  years  before  His  birth; 
They  saw  Him  coming  from  afar. 
The  Prince  of  Peace  on  earth. 
The  Wonderful !     The  Counsellor! 

The  Great  and  Mighty  Lord  1 

The  everlasting  Prince  of  Peace ! 

The  King,  the  Son  of  God  I 

Oh,  glorious  Name  the  angels  praise, 

And  ransomed  saints  adore, — 
The  Name  above  all  other  names, 

Our  Refuge  evermore. 
Oh,  precious  Name,  exalted  high. 

To  Him  all  power  is  given: 
Through  Him  we  triumph  over  sin, 
By  Him  we  enter  heaven. 

311 

Let  us  sing  of  the  love  of  the  Lord, 

As  now  to  the  cross  we  draw  nigh;     [grace. 
Let  us  sing  to  the  praise  of  the  God  of  all 

For  the  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die. 
O  the  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die, 
The  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die*; 
Praise  (Jod,  it  is  mine,  this  love  so  divine. 
The  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die. 
O  how  great  was  the  love  that  was  shown 

To  us— we  can  never  tell  why —  [a«ain 

Not  to  angels,  but  men;   let  us  praise  Him 

For  the  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die. 
Now  this  love  unto  all  Grod  commends. 

Not  one  would  His  mercy  pass  by;  [all 

**  Whosoever  shall  call,"  there  is  pardon  for 

In  the  love  that  gave  Jesus  to  die. 
Who  is  he  that  can  separate  those 

Whom  God  doth  in  love  justify; 
Whatsoever  we  need  He  includes  in  the  deed, 

In  the  loy«  that  gave  Jesus  to  die. 


312 

O  BBOTHER,  life's  journey  beginning. 

With  courage  and  firmness  arise; 
Look  well  to  the  course  thou  art  choosing^ 

Be  earnest,  be  watchful,  and  wise; 
Remember,  two  paths  are  before  thee. 

And  both  thy  attention  invite; 
But  one  ieadetii  on  to  destruction, — 

The  other  to  joy  and  delight. 
God  help  you  to  follow  His  banner, 
And  serve  Him  wherever  you  go  ; 
And  when  you  are  tempted,  my  brother, 
God  give  you  the  grace  to  say  "No." 
O  brother,  yield  not  to  the  tempter, 

No  matter  what  others  may  doj 
Stand  firm  in  the  strength  of  the  Master, 

Be  loyal,  be  faithful,  and  true; 
Each  trial  will  make  you  the  stronger, 

If  you,  in  the  name  of  the  Lord, 
Fight  manfully  under  your  Leader, 

Obeying  the  voice  of  His  word. 
O  brother,  the  Saviour  is  calling; 

Beware  of  the  danger  of  sin; 
Resist  not  the  voice  of  the  Spirit 

That  whispers  so  gently  within; 
God  calls  you  to  enter  His  service,— 

To  live  for  Him  here,  day  by  day. 
And  share  by  and  by  in  the  glory 

That  never  shall  vanish  away. 

313 

O  God,  our  help  in  ages  past, 

Our  hope  for  years  to  come, 
Our  shelter  from  the  stormy  blast. 

And  our  eternal  home: — 
Under  the  shadow  of  Thy  throne 

Still  may  we  dwell  secure; 
Sufficient  is  Thme  arm  alone. 

And  our  defense  is  sure. 
Before  the  hills  in  order  stood. 

Or  earth  received  her  frame, 
From  everlasting  Thou  art  God, 

To  endless  years  the  same. 
A  thousand  ages,  in  Thy  sight. 

Are  like  an  evening  gone: 
Short  as  the  watch  that  ends  the  nlghif 

Before  the  rising  sun. 

314 

Fea.1i  not!  God  is  thy  shield. 
And  He  thy  great  reward; 
His  might  has  won  the  field: 
Thy  strength  is  in  the  Lord! 
Fear  not !  'tis  God  s  own  voioe 

That  speaks  to  thee  this  word  j 
Lift  up  your  head :  rejoice 
In  Jesus  Christ  thy  Lord  I 
Pear  not!  for  God  has  heard 

The  cry  of  thy  distress; 
The  water  of  His  word 
Thy  famting  soul  shall  bless. 


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I 


Fear  not!  be  not  dismayed! 

He  evermore  will  be 
With  thee,  to  give  His  aid! 

And  He  will  strengthen  thee. 
Fear  not!  ye  little  flock; 

Your  Shepherd  soon  will  come, 
Give  water  from  the  rock, 

And  bring  you  to  His  home! 

315 

"There  shall  be  showers  of  blessing:" 

This  is  the  promise  of  love; 
There  shall  be  seasons  refreshing, 

Sent  from  the  Saviour  above. 
Showers  of  blessing, 

Showers  of  blessing  we  need ; 

Mercy-drops  round  us  are  falling, 

But  for  the  showers  we  plead. 

"There  shall  be  showers  of  blessing"— 

Precious  reviving  again; 
Over  the  hills  and  the  valleys, 

Sound  of  abundance  of  rain. 
<<  There  shall  be  showers  of  blessing;" 

Send  them  upon  us,  O  Lord; 
Grant  to  us  now  a  refreshing. 

Come,  and  now  honor  Thy  word. 
•'There  shall  be  showers  of  blessing:" 

Oh,  that  to-day  they  might  fall, 
Now  as  to  God  we're  confessing, 

Now  as  on  Jesus  we  call! 

316 

When  we  gather  at  last  over  Jordan, 
And  the  ransomed  in  glory  we  see. 
As  the  numberless  sands  of  the  seashore^ 
What  a  wonderful  sight  that  will  be! 
Numberless  as  the  sands  of  the  seashore  1 
Numberless  as  the  sands  of  the  shore  1 
Oh,  what  a  sight  'twill  be. 
When  the  ransomed  host  we  see, 
..cj  numberless  as  the  sands  of  the  seashore  I 
When  we  see  all  the  saved  of  the  ages, 
Who  from  sorrow  and  trials  are  free, 
Meeting  there  with  a  heavenly  greeting— 

What  a  wonderful  sight  that  will  be! 
When  we  stand  by  the  beautiful  river, 

'Neath  the  shad.e  of  the  life-giving  tree, 
Gazing  over  the  fair  land  of  promise — 
What  a  wonderful  sight  that  will  be! 
When  at  last  we  behold  our  Redeemer, 

And  His  glory  transcendent  we  see. 
While  as  Kmg  of  all  kingdoms  He  reigueth — 
What  a  wonderful  sight  that  will  be? 

317 

Abide  with  me!  Fast  falls  the  eventide, 
The  darkness  deepens— Lord,  with  me  abide! 
When  other  helpers  fail,  and  comforts  flee, 
Help  of  the  helpless,  oh,  abide  with  me! 
Swift  to  its  close  ebbs  out  life's  little  day; 
Earth's  joys  grow  dim,  its  glories  pass  away 
Change  and  decay  in  all  around  I  see; 
O  Thou,  who  changest  not,  abide  with  met 


I  need  Thy  presence  every  passing  hour, 
What  but  Thy  grace  can  foil  the  temp<»t*« 

power? 
Who,  like  Thyself,  my  guide  and  stay  csm  5<isf 
Through  cloud  and  sunshine,  oh,  abide  wituk. 

me! 
Hold  Thou  Thy  cross  before  my  closing  «y«^ 
Shin«  through  the  gloom,  and  point  m«  t«  th^ 

skies;  [shadows  fl«^ 

Heaven's  morning  breaks   and  earth's  warn. 
In  life,  in  death,  O  Lord,  abide  with  mel 

318 

O  PRAISE  the  Lord  with  heart  and  voice. 

With  God's  own  word  your  doubts  deatc^. 
Let  those  that  trust  in  Him  rejoice. 

Yea,  let  them  shout  for  joy. 
Rejoice,  rejoice  in  the  Lord,  r^oice  in  the  Lord  alw«fl 
R^oice,  rejoice  in  the  Lord,  and  again  I  say,  ReyoiMt 
My  life  is  hid  with  Thine,  O  Lord, 

And  sheltered  from  the  world's  alarm^ 
Why  should  I  sink  beneath  my  load, 

When  leaning  on  Thine  arm? 
For  nothing  anxious  I  shall  be. 

But  trusting  Thee  in  everything 
With  thanks  for  every  gift  from  Tne«|.. 

My  troubles  all  take  wing. 
The  joys  that  memory  turns  to  pain 

I  leave  for  joys  that  never  ena; 
My  loss  I  count  my  richest  gain. 

For  Christ  His  joy  doth  send. 

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0  Li.ND  of  the  blessed!  thy  shadowless  skiM  ' 
Sometimes  in  my  dreaming  I  see; 

1  hear  the  glad  songs  that  the  glorified  aiag, 
Steal  over  Eternity's  sea; 

Though  dark  are  the  shadows  that  gather  b«- 
I  know  that  thy  morning  is  fair:         [twee«^ 

I  catch  but  a  glimpse  of  thy  glory  and  light. 
And  whisper:  "Would  God  I  were  therer* 

0  land  of  the  blessed!  thy  hills  of  delight 
Sometimes  to  my  vision  unfold; 

Thy  mansions  celestial,  thy  palaces  brigM^ 
Thy  bulwarks  of  jasper  ana  gold; 

Dear  voices  are  chanting  thy  chorus  of  praiso^ 
Their  forms  in  thy  sunlight  are  fair; 

1  look  from  the  valley  of  shadows  below, 
And  whisper:  **  Would  God  I  were  there!** 

Dear  home  of  my  Father,  thou  City  of  peaos^ 

No  shadow  of  changing  can  mar; 
How  glad  are  the  souls  that  have  tasted  tJir 

How  blest  thine  inhabitants  are!  [joja 

When  weary  of  toiling,  I  think  of  the  day — 

Who  knows  if  its  dawning  be  near?      raw*i^ 
When  He  who  doth  love  me  shall  call  oa* 

From  all  that  hath  burdened  me  here? 

320 

"Nexser  the  cross!"  my  heart  caau^ 

I  am  coming  nearer; 
Nearer  the  cross  from  day  to  day, 

I  am  coming  nearer; 


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Kearer  the  cross  where  Jesus  died, 
Nearer  the  fountain's  crimson  tide, 
Nearer  my  Saviour's  wounded  side, 

1]:  I  am  coming  nearer.  :|1 
Nearer  the  Christian's  mercy  seat, 

I  am  coming  nearer; 
Feasting  my  soul  on  manna  sweet, 

I  am  coming  nearer; 
Stronger  in  faith,  more  clear  I  see 
Jesus  who  gave  Himself  for  me; 
Nearer  to  Him  I  still  would  be: 

II:  Still  I'm  coming  nearer.  :| 
Nearer  in  prayer  my  hope  aspires, 

I  am  coming  nearer; 
Deeper  the  love  my  soul  desires, 

I  am  coming  nearer; 
Nearer  the  end  of  toil  and  care; 
Nearer  the  joy  I  long  to  share, 
Nearer  the  crown  I  soon  shall  wear: 

g:  I  am  coming  nearer.  :| 

321 

The  Lord's  our  Rock,  in  Him  we  hide, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm; 
Secure  whatever  ill  betide, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm. 
Oh,  Jesus  is  a  Rock  in  a  weary  land, 

A  weary  land,  a  weary  land ; 
Oh,  Jesus  is  a  Rock  in  a  weary  land, 
A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm. 
A  shade  by  day,  defense  by  night, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm; 
K©  fears  alarm,  no  foes  affright, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm. 
The  raging  storms  may  round  us  beat, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm;  « 
"We'll  never  leave  our  safe  retreat, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm. 
O  Bock  divine,  O  Refuge  dear! 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  stoma; 
Be  Thou  our  helper  ever  near, 

A  shelter  in  the  time  of  storm, 

322 

Ow,  who  is  this  that  cometh 

From  Edom's  crimson  plain, 
With  wounded  side;  with  garments  dyed? 

Oh,  tell  me  now  Thy  name. 
•*  I  that  saw  Thy  soul's  distress, 

A  ransom  gave; 
I  that  speak  in  righteousness, 
Mignty  to  save!  '* 

II:  Mighty  to  save !  :ll 

Lord,  I'll  trust  Thy  wondrous  love, 

'•Mighty  to  savel  " 

Oh,  why  is  Thine  apparel 

So  very  deeply  dyed?— 

Like  them  that  tread  the  wine-press  red? 

Oh,  why  this  crimson  tide? 
••1  the  wme-pre83  trod  alone, 

'Neath  sorrow's  wave; 
Of  the  people  there  was  uoud 
Mighty  to  save! " 


O  bleeding  Lamb,  my  Stiviour, 

How  couldst  Thou  bear  this  shame?l 
With  mercy  fraught,  Thine  arm  has  brought 

Salvation  in  Thy  name! 
''I  the  victory  have  won. 
Conquered  the  grave: 
Now  the  year  of  joy  has  come, 
Mighty  to  save!" 

323 

Low  in  the  grave  He  lay — j 

Jesus,  my  Saviour! 
Waiting  the  coming  day- 
Jesus,  my  Lord! 
Up  from  the  grave  He  arose, 
With  a  mighty  triumph  o'er  His  foes : 
He  arose  a  Victor  from  the  dark  domain, 
And  He  lives  forever  with  His  saints  to  reiga. 
He  arose !    He  arose  I 
Hallelujah !    Christ  arose  I 
Vainly  they  watched  His  bed — 

Jesus,  my  Saviour! 
Vainly  they  seal  the  dead- 
Jesus,  my  Lord! 
Death  can  not  keep  his  prey- 
Jesus,  my  Saviour! 
He  tore  the  bars  away — 
Jesus,  my  Lord! 

324 

SoPTLT  and  tenderly  Jesus  is  calling, 

Calling  for  you  and  for  me; 
See,  on  the  portals  He's  waiting  and  watching, 

Watching  for  you  and  for  me. 
Come  home,  come  home, 
Ye  who  are  weary,  come  home ; 
Earnestly,  tenderly,  Jesus  is  calling, 
Calling,  O  sinner,  come  home ! 
Why  should  we  tarry  when  Jesus  is  pleading, 

Pleading  for  you  and  for  me? 
Why  should  we  linger  and  heed  not  His  mer- 

Mercies  for  you  and  for  me?  [cies, 

Time  is  now  fleeting,  the  moments  are  passing, 

Passing  from  you  and  from  me; 
Shadows  are  gathering,  death-beds  are  corn- 
Coming  for  you  and  for  me.  [ing, 
Oh,  for  jthe  wonderful  love  He  has  promised, 

Promised  for  you  and  for  me; 
Though  we  have  sinned  He  has  mercy  and 

Pardon  for  you  and  for  me.  [pardon, 

325 

O  WANDEEING  souls,  why  will  you  roam 
Away  from  God,  away  from  home; 
The  Saviour  calls,  O  hear  Him  say, 
Whoever  will  may  come  to-day. 

Whoever  will,  whoever  will, 
II:  Whoever  will  may  come  to-day,  :|J 

And  drink  of  the  water  of  life. 
Behold  His  hands  extended  now. 
The  dews  of  night  are  on  His  brow: 
He  knocks,  He  calls,  He  waiteth  still; 
Oh,  come  to  Him,  whoever  will. 


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71 


In  simple  faith  His  word  believe, 
And  His  abundant  grace  receive, 
No  love  like  His  the  heart  can  fill, 
Oh,  come  to  Him,  whoever  will. 
The  "Spirit  and  the  Bride  say.  Come!" 
And  find  in  Him  sweet  rest,  and  home; 
Let  him  that  heareth,  echo  still, 
The  blessed  whosoever  will. 

326 

Afflictions,  though  they  seem  severe, 

In  mercy  oft  are  sent; 
They  stopped  the  prodigal's  career, 
And  caused  him  to  repent. 
"I'll  not  die  here  for  bread, 
I'll  not  die  here  for  bread,"  he  cries ; 

♦'Nor  starve  in  foreign  lands ; 
My  father's  house  has  large  supplies, 
And  bounteous  are  his  hands." 
"What  have  I  gained  by  sin,'*  he  said, 

*' But  hunger,  shame,  and  fear? 
My  father's  house  abounds  in  bread, 
.  While  I  am  starving  here! 
T  I'll  go  and  tell  him  all  I've  done, 

Fall  down  before  his  face, 
Unworthy  to  be  called  his  son, 
I'll  seek  a  servant's  place." 
His  father  saw  him  coming  back; 

He  saw,  he  ran,  he  smiled. 
And  threw  his  arms  around  the  neck 

Of  his  rebellious  child! 
•*0  father,  I  have  sinned — forgive!" 

"Enough,"  the  father  said: 
"Rejoice  my  house;  my  son's  alive 

For  whom  I  mourned  as  dead!  '* 
'Tis  thus  the  Lord  His  love  reveals. 

To  call  poor  sinners  home; 
More  than  a  father's  love  He  feels, 
And  welcomes  all  that  come. 

327 

How  sweet,  my  Saviour,  to  repose 

On  Thine  almighty  power! 
To  feel  Thy  strength  upholding  m€(, 

Through  every  trying  hour! 
fl:  Casting  all  your  care  upon  Him,  :H 
Casting  all  your  care  upon  Him, 
For  He  careth,  He  careth  for  you." 
It  19  Thy  will  that  I  should  cast 

My  every  care  on  Thee; 
To  Thee  refer  each  rising  grief, 

Each  new  perplexity; 
That  I  should  trust  Thy  loving  care, 

And  look  to  Thee  alone. 
To  calm  each  troubled  thought  to  rest. 

In  prayer  before  Thy  throne. 
Why  should  my  heart  then  be  distressed 
IBy  dread  of  future  ill? 
Or  why  should  unbelieving  fear 

My  trembling  spirit  fill? 


328 


In  the  harvest  field  there  is  work  to  do. 
For  the  grain  is  ripe,  and  the  reapers  few; 
And  the  Master's  voice  bids  the  workers  trur 
Heed  th^  call  that  He  gives  to-day. 
Labor  on  !  labor  on ! 

Keep  the  bright  reward  in  view  • 
For  the  Master  has  said, 

He  will  strength  renew ; 
Labor  on  till  the  close  of  day  I 
Crowd  the  garner  well  with  its  sheaves  all 

bright. 
Let  the  song  be  glad,  and  the  heart  be  light: 
Fill  the  precious  hours,  ere  the  shades  of  night 
Take  the  place  of  the  golden  day. 

In  the  gleaner's  path  may  be  rich  reward. 
Though  the  time  seems  long,  and  the  labor 

hard; 
Far  the  Master's  joy,  with  His  chosen  shared, 
Drives  the  gloom  from  the  darkest  day. 

Ld!  the  Harvest  Home  in  the  realms  above 
Shall  be  gained  by  each  who  has  toiled  and 

strove. 
When  the  Master's  voice,  in  its  tones  of  lovej 
Calls  away  to  eternal  day. 

329 

"  Fob  God  so  loved!"    Oh,  wondrous  themel 
Oh!  wondrous  key  to  wondrous  scheme! 
A  Saviour  sent  to  sinful  men — 

Glory  to  God  the  Father! 

II:  Glory  to  God  the  Father  I  :|| 
Glory,  glory, 
Glory  to  God  the  Father  I 
In  love  God  gave,  in  love  Christ  came. 
That  man  might  know  the  Father's  narae. 
And  in  the  Son  salvation  claim — 

Glory  to  God  the  Father! 
As  man  He  tarried  here  below. 
The  power  and  love  of  God  to  show; 
To  help  and  heal  all  human  woe — 

Glory  to  God  the  Father! 
Upon  the  cross  His  life  He  gave, 
Bus  people  from  their  sins  to  save; 
For  them  descended  to  the  grave — 

Glory  to  God  the  Father! 
By  God  exalted  from  the  dead, 
He  reigns  on  high  the  living  head 
Of  every  soul  for  whom  He  bled — 

Glory  to  God  the  Father! 

330 

0  TB0T7BLED  heart,  there  is  a  home,  ^ 

Beyond  the  reach  of  toil  and  care; 
A  home  where  changes  never  come; 
Who  would  not  fain  be  resting  theref 
H:  O  wait,  meekly  wait,  and  murmur  B«i;  4 
O  wait,  O  wait, 
O  wait,  and  murmur  not. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Tet  when  bowed  down  beneath  the  load 

.     By  heaven  allowed,  thine  earthly  lot, 

'liook  up!  thou' It  reach  that  blest  abode, 

"Wait,  meekly  wait,  and  murmur  not. 

Iflin  thy  path  some  thorns  are  found, 
O  think  who  bore  them  on  His  brow: 

3f  grief  thy  sorrowing  heart  has  founa. 
It  reached  a  holier  than  thou. 

Toil  on,  nor  deem,  though  sore  it  be. 
One  sigh  unheard,  one  prayer  forgot; 

The  day  of  rest  will  dawn  for  thee; 
Wait,  meekly  wait,  and  murmur  not. 

331 

81WNKES  Jesus  will  receive: 

Sound  this  word  of  grace  to  all 
Who  th«  heavenly  pathway  leave, 

All  who  linger,  all  who  fall. 
Sing  it  •'er  and  o'er  again : 

Christ  receiveth  sinful  men ; 
Make  the  message  clear  and  plain  : 
Christ  receiveth  sinful  men. 
Come,  and  He  will  give  you  rest; 

Trust  Him,  for  His  word  is  plain; 
He  will  take  the  sinfulest: 

Christ  receiveth  sinful  men. 
Now  my  heart  condemns  me  not, 

Pure  "before  the  law  I  stand; 
He  who  cleansed  me  from  all  spot, 

Satisfied  its  last  demand. 
Christ  receiveth  sinful  men, 

Even  me  with  all  my  sin; 
Purged  from  every  spot  and  stain. 

Heaven  with  Him  i  enter  in. 

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Thbbe's  a  Stranger  at  the  door; 

Let  Him  in! 
He  has  been  there  oft  before; 

Let  Him  in! 
Let  Him  in  ere  He  is  gone; 
Let  Him  in,  the  Holy  on-e, 
Jesus  Christ,  the  Father's  Son; 

Let  Him  in! 
Open  now  to  Him  your  heart; 

Let  Him  in! 
If  you  wait  He  will  depart; 

Let  Him  in! 
Let  Him  in;  He  is  your  Friend; 
And  your  soul  He  will  defend, 
He  will  keep  you  to  the  end; 

Let  Him  in! 
Hear  you  now  His  loving  voice? 

^et  Him  in! 
Now,  oh,  now  make  Him  your  choice; 

Let  Him  in! 
He  is  standing  at  the  door; 
Joy  to  you  He  will  restore, 
And  His  name  you  will  adore; 

Let  Him  iu! 


Now  admit  the  he&,venly  Guest; 

Let  Him  in! 
He  will  make  for  you  a  feast; 

Let  Him  in! 
He  will  speak  your  sins  forgiven, 
And  when  earth  tie?  all  are  riven, 
He  will  take  you  home  to  heaven; 

Let  Him  in! 

333 

I  LOOKED  to  Jesus,  in  my  sin, 

My  woe  and  want  confessing; 
Undone  and  lost,  I  came  to  Him, 

I  sought  and  found  a  blessing, 
"I  looked  to  Him,  to  Him  I  looked,'* 

'Tis  true,  His  "Whosoever;  " 
"He  looked  on  me,  on  me  He  looked. 
And  we  were  one  for  ever." 
I  looked  to  Jesus  on  the  cross, 

For  me  I  saw  Him  dying; 
God's  word  believed,  that  all  my  sins 

Were  there  upon  Him  lying. 
I  looked  to  Jesus  there  on  high. 

From  death  upraised  to  glory;  ] 
I  trusted  in  His  power  to  save, 

Believed  the  old,  old  story. 
He  looked  on  me;  0  look  of  lovel 

My  heart  by  it  was  broken; 
And,  with  that  look  of  love.  He  gave 

The  Holy  Spirit's  token. 
Now  one  with  Christ,  I  find  my  peac« 

In  Him  to  be  abiding. 
And  in  His  love  for  all  my  need. 

In  childlike  faith-confiding. 

334 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  namel 

Let  angels  prostrate  fall; 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem. 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 
Let  us  crown  Him,  let  us  crown  Him, 
Let  us  crown  the  great  Redeemer  Lord  of  ail* 
Let  us  crown  Him,  let  us  crown  Him, 
Let  us  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 
Let  every  kindred,  every  tribe, 

On  this  terrestrial  ball. 
To  Him  all  majesty  ascrioe, 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 
O  that  wi-th  yonder  sacred  throng 

We  at  His  feet  may  fall; 
We'll  join  the  everlasting  song. 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

335 

Jksus,  my  Lord,  to  Thee  I  cry: 
Unless  Thou  help  me  I  must  die: 
Oh,  bring  Thy  free  salvation  nigh. 
And  take  me  as  I  am. 

II:  And  take  me  as  I  am,  :|| 
My  only  plea — Christ  died  for  m«  I 
Oh,  take  me  as  I  am. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Helpless  I  am,  and  full  of  guilt; 

But  yet  for  me  Thy  blood  was  spilt, 

And  Thou  canst  make  me  what  Thou  wilt, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
No  preparation  can  I  make, 
My  best  resolves  I  only  break. 
Yet  save  me  for  Thine  own  name's  sake, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 
Behold  me.  Saviour,  at  Thy  feet. 
Deal  with  me  as  Thou  seest  meet; 
Thy  work  begin.  Thy  work  complete, 

And  take  me  as  I  am. 

336 

60ULS  of  men,  why  will  ye  scatter, 

Like  a  crowd  of  frightened  sheep? 
Foolish  hearts!  why  will  ye  wander 

From  a  love  so  true  and  deep? 
Was  there  ever  kinder  shepherd, 

Half  so  gentle,  half  so  sweet. 
As  the  Saviour  who  would  have  us 

Come  and  gather  round  His  feet? 
It  is  God!  His  love  looks  mighty, 

But  is  mightier  than  it  seems: 
*Tis  our  Father,  and  His  fondness 

Goes  far  out  beyond  our  dreams. 
There's  a  wideness  in  God's  mercy, 

Like  the  wideness  of  the  sea; 
There's  a  kindness  in  His  justice. 

Which  is  more  than  liberty. 
There  is  no  place  where  earth's  sorrows 

Are  more  felt  than  up  in  heavenj 
There  is  no  place  where  earth's  failings 

Have  such  kindly  judgment  given. 
There  is  welcome  for  the  sinner, 

And  more  graces  for  the  good; 
There  is  mercy  with  the  Saviou-r; 

There  is  healing  in  His  blood. 
But  we  make  His  love  too  narrow. 

By  false  limits  of  our  own; 
And  we  magnify  His  strictness 

With  a  zeal  He  will  not  own. 
There  is  plentiful  redemption 

In  the  blood  that  has  been  shed; 
There  is  joy  for  all  the  members 

In  the  sorrows  of  the  Head. 
If  our  love  were  but  mqre  simple 

We  should  take  Him  at  His  word; 
And  our  lives  would  all  be  sunshine 

In  the  sweetness  of  our  Lord. 
For  the  love  of  God  is  broader 

Than  the  measures  of  man's  mind; 
And  the  heart  of  the  Eternal 

Is  most  wonderfully  kind. 

337 

In  the  land  of  strangers, 
Whither  thou  art  gone, 
Hear  a  far  voice  calling, 
"  My  son!  my  son!" 

"Welcome  1  wanderer,  welcome  I 

Welcome  back  to~  home  I 
Thoa  hast  wandered  far  away ; 
Come  home  I  come  home  I " 


"From  the  land  of  hunger. 

Fainting,  famished,  lone, 
Come  to  love  and  gladness, 

My  son!  my  sonT^ 
"Leave  the  hauots  of  riot, 

Wasted,  woe-begone, 
6ick  at  heart  and  weary, 

My  son!  my  son! 
*'  See  the  door  still  open! 

Thou  art  still  my  own; 
Eyes  of  love  are  on  th«e, 

My  son!  my  son! 
«*  Far  off  thou  hast  wandered; 

Wilt  thou  farther  roam? 
Come,  and  all  is  pardoned, 

My  son!  my  son! 
*'  See  the  well-spread  table, 

Ilnforgotten  one! 
Here  is  rest  and  plenty, 

My  son!  my  son! 
"  Thou  art  friendless,  homelesoi 

Hopeless  and  undone; 
Mine  is  love  unchanging, 

My  son!  my  son!  " 

338 

Ok  that  bright  and  golden  morning,  whenth« 

Son  of  Man  shall  come,  [see. 

And  the  radiance  of  His  glory  we  shall 

When  from  every  clime  and  nation  He  shall 

call  His  people  home,  [will  be. 

What  a  gathering  of  the  ransomed  that 

What  a  gathering,  what  a  gathering, 

What  a  gathering  of  the  ransomed  in  the  summer 
land  of  love ; 
What  a  gathering,  what  a  gathering, 

Of  the  ransomed  in  that  happy  home  above. 

When  the  blest  who  sleep  in   Jesus,  at  His 

bidding  shall  arise  [  the  sea. 

From  the  silence  of  the  grave,  and  from. 

And  with  bodies  all  celestial  they  shall  meet 

Him  in  the  skies,  [h^. 

What  a  gathering  and  rejoicing  there  will 

When  our  eyes  behold  the  city,  with  its  many 

mansions  bright,  [free; 

And  its  river,  calm  and  restful,  flowing 

When  the  friends  that  death  has  parted  ahall 

in  bliss  again  unite,  [will  be. 

What  a  gathering  and  a  greeting   there 

O  the  King  is  surely  coming,  and  the  time  is 

drawing  nigh.  i^^^j 

When  the  blessea  day  of  promise  we  shall 

Then  the  changing  "  in  a  moment,"  '*  in  the 

twinkling  of  an  eye," 

And  forever  in  His  presence  we  shall  ba% 

339 

O  HSAfi  my  cry,  be  CTacious  now  to  me. 
Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come; 

My  soal  bowed  down  is  longing  now  for  TIm« 
Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  1  to  6. 


I're  wandered  far  away  o'er  the  mountains  cold, 
I've  wandered  far  away  from  home ; 

O  take  me  now,  and  bring  me  to  Thy  fold 
Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come. 
I  have  nd  place,  no  shelter  from  the  night, 

Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come; 
One  look  from  Thee  would  give  me  life  and 

Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come.  [liglit» 

My  path  is  lone,  and  vreary  are  my  feet, 

Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come. 
Mine  eyes  look  up  Thy  loving  smile  to  meet, 

Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come. 
Thou  wilt  not  spurn  contrition's  broken  sigh, 

Come,  Great  Deliverer,  come: 
Regard  my  prayer,  and  hear  my  humble  cry. 

Come,  Crieat  Deliverer,  come. 

340 

Gon  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again!— 
By  His  counsels  guide,  uphold  you, 
With  His  sheep  securely  fold  you: 
God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again! 
Till  we  meet !    Till  we  meet ! 
Till  we  meet  at  Jesus'  feet ; 
Till  we  meet  1     Till  we  meet  I 
God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again  1 
Chod  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again!  — 
'Neath  His  wings  protecting  hide  you, 
Daily  manna  still  divide  you; 
God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again! 

Qod  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again!  — 
When  life's  perils  thick  confound  you. 
Put  His  arms  unfailing  round  you; 

God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again! 

God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again!  — 
Keep  loves's  banner  floating  o'er  you, 
Smite  death's  threatening  wave  before  you; 

God  be  with  you  till  we  meet  again! 

341 

I  WB3<t  walk  through  the  valley  and  the  shad- 
ow, 
But  I'll  journey  in  a  loving  Saviour's  care; 
He  hath  said  He  will  never,  never  leave  me, 
"With  His  Staff  He  will  comfort  me  there. 
Through  the  valley,  through  the  valley. 

Through  the  valley  and  the  shadow  I  must  go, 
But  the  dark  waves  of  Jordan  will  not  harm  me, 
There  is  peace  in  the  valley,  I  know. 
When  I  walk  through  the  valley  and  the 
shadow. 
All  the  weary  days  of  toiling  will  be  o'er; 
For  the  strong  arms  ©f  Jesus  will  enfold  me, 
Amd  with  Him  I  shall  sorrow  no  more. 

Though  I  walk  through  the  valley  and  the 
shadow, 

Tet  the  glory  of  the  dawning  I  shall  see; 
I  shall  join  in  the  anthems  over  Jordan, 

Where  the  loved  ones  are  waiting  for  me. 


I  shall  walk  through  the,  valley  and  the  shad- 
ow, [fore; 

I  shall  follow  where  my  Lord  has  gone  be- 
Through  the  mists  of  the  valley  He  will  lead 

Till  I  rest  on  the  Evergreen  Shore.        [me, 

342 

God's  almighty  arms  are  round  me, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine; 
Judgment  scenes  need  not  confound  me, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 
Jesus  came  Himself  and  sought  me! 
Sold  to  Death,  He  found  and  bought  me, 
Then  my  blessed  freedom  taught  me! 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 

While  I  hear  life's  rugged  billows, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine; 
Why  suspend  my  harp  on  willows? 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 
I  may  sing  with  Christ  beside  me, 
Though  a  thousand  ills  betide  me; 
Safely  He  hath  sworn  to  guide  me. 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 

Every  trial  draws  Him  nearer. 

Peace,  peace  is  mine: 
All  His  strokes  but  make  Him  dearer. 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 
Bless  I  then  the  hand  that  smiteth 
Gently,  and  to  heal  delighteth; 
'Tis  against  my  sins  He  fighteth. 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 

Welcome  every  rising  sunlight, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine; 
Nearer  home  each  rolling  midnight, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 
Death  and  hell  can  not  appall  me; 
Safe  in  Christ  whate'er  befall  me; 
Calmly  wait  I  till  He  call  me, 

Peace,  peace  is  mine. 

343 

"Look  unto  Me,  and  be  ye  saved,** 

O  hear  the  blest  command! 
Salvation  full!  salvation  free! 

Proclaim  through  every  land. 
"Look  unto  Me,  and  be  ye  saved. 

All  the  ends  of  the  earth, 
For  I  am  Qoi,  there  is  none  else. 
Look  unto  Me,  and  be  ye  saved." 
*•  Look  unto  Me,"  upon  the  cross, 

O  weary,  burdened  soul, 
Twas  there  on  Me  thy  sins  were  laid. 

Believe  and  be  made  whole. 
"Look  unto  Me,"  thy  risen  Lord, 

In  dark  temptation's  hour, 
The  needful  grace  I'll  freely  give. 

To  keep  from  Satan's  power, 
*<Look  nnto  Me,"  and  not  tvithint 

No  help  is  there  for  thee; 
For  pardon,  peace,  and  all  thy  need. 

Look  only  unto  Me. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


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344 

'  As  I  wandered  'round  the  homestead. 

Many  a  dear  familiar  spot 
Brought  within  my  recollection 

Scenes  I'd  seemingly  forgot; 
There,  the  orchard— meadow,  yonder- 
Here,  the  deep,  old-fashioned  well. 
With  its  old,  moss-covered  bucket, 

Sent  a  thrill  no  tongue  can  tell. 
Though  the  house  was  held  by  strangers, 

All  remained  the  same  within; 
Just  as  when  a  child  I  rambled 

Up  and  down,  and  out  and  in; 
To  the  garret  dark  ascending— 

Once  a  source  of  childish  dread — 
Peering  through  the  misty  cobwebs, 

Lo!  I  saw  my  trundle-bed. 
Quick  I  drew  it  from  the  rubbish. 

Covered  o'er  with  dust  so  long, 
When,  behold,  I  heard  in  fancy 

Strains  of  one  familiar  song, 
Often  sung  by  my  dear  mother 

To  me  in  that  trundle-bed; 
••  Hush,  my  dear,  lie  still  and  slumber! 

Holy  angels  guard  thy  bed!" 
While  I  listen  to  the  music. 

Stealing  on  in  gentle  strain, 
I  am  carried  back  to  childhood — 

I  am  now  a  child  again; 
'Tis  the  hour  of  my  retiring, 

At  the  dusky  eventide; 
Kear  my  trundle-bed  I'm  kneeling. 

As  of  yore,  by  mother's  side. 
Hands  are  on  raj  head  so  loving, 

As  they  were  in  childhood's  days; 
I,  with  weary  tones,  am  trying 

To  repeat  the  words  she  says. 
'Tis  a  prayer  in  language  simple 

As  a  mother's  lips  can  frame: 
*'  Father,  Thou  who  art  in  heaven. 

Hallowed,  ever,  be  Thy  name." 
Prayer  is  over:  to  my  pillow 

With  a  "good-night!"  kiss  I  creep^ 
Scarcely  waking  while  I  whisper, 

"Now  I  lay  me  down  to  sleep." 
Then  my  mother,  o'er  me  bending. 

Prays  in  earnest  words,  but  mild: 
"  Hear  my  prayer,  O  heavenly  Father, 

Bless,  oh,  bless  my  precious  child!" 
Yet  I  am  but  only  dreaming: 

Ne'er  I'll  be  a  child  again; 
Many  years  has  that  dear  mother 

In  the  quiet  churchyard  lain; 
But  the  mem'ry  of  her  counsels 

O'er  my  path  a  light  has  shed. 
Daily  calling  me  to  heaven. 

Even  from  my  trundle-bed. 

345 

Oh,  wonderful,  wonderful  Word  of  th«  Lord! 

True  wisdom  its  pages  unfold; 
And  thoughiwe  may  read  them  a  thousand 
times  o'er, 

They  nevtor,  no  never,  grow  old! 


Each  line  Ihath  a  treasure,  Peach  promise  ft 

pearl, 

That  all  if  they  will  may  secure; 

And  we  know  that  when  time  and  the  worl4 

pass  away. 

God's  Word  snail  for  ever  endure. 

Oh,  wonderful,  wonderful  Word  of  the  LordI 

The  lamp  that  our  Father  above 
So  kindly  has  lighted  to  teach  us  the  way 

That  leads  to  the  arms  of  His  love! 

Its  warnings,  its  counsels   are   faithful  anil 

just; 

Its  judgments  are  perfect  and  pure; 

And  we  know  that  when  time  and  the  worl4 


Oh,  wonderful,  wonderful  Word  of  the  Lord! 

Our  only  salvation  is  there; 
It  carries  conviction  down  deep  in  the  heart. 

And  shows  us  ourselves  as  we  are. 
It  tells  of  a  Saviour,  and  points  to  the  cross. 

Where  pardon  we  now  may  secure; 
For  we  know  that  when  time  and  the  world 
pass  away, 

God's  Word  shall  for  ever  endure. 
Oh,  wonderful,  wonderful  Word  of  the  LordI 

The  hope  of  our  friends  in  the  past; 
Its  truth,  where  so  firmly  tkey  anchored  their 
trust. 

Through  ages  eternal  shall  last. 
Oh,  wonderful,  wonderful  Word  of  the  LordI 

Unchanging,  abiding  and  sure; 
For  we  know  that  when  time  and  the  world 


346 

Theek  is  no  name  so  sweet  on  earth. 

No  name  so  sweet  in  heaven; 
The  name,  before  His  wondrous  birtk, 

To  Christ  the  Saviour  given. 

We  love  to  sing  of  Christ  our  Kinj, 

And  hail  Him  blessed  Jesus  ! 
For  there's  no  word  ear  ever  hearl 
So  dear,  so  sweet,  as  "  Jesus  I' 
And  when  He  hung  upon  the  tree. 

They  wrote  this  name  above  Him, 
That  all  might  see  the  reason  we 

For  evermore  musrf;  love  Him. 
So  now,  upon  His  Father's  throne — 

Almighty  to  release  U3 
From  sin  and  pain— He  ever  reigns. 

The  Prince  and  Saviour,  Jesus. 
O  Jesus!  by  that  matchless  Nam* 

Thy  grace  shall  fail  us  never; 
To-day  as  yesterday  the  same, 

Thou  art  the  same  for  everl 

347 

Cue  life  is  like  a  stormy  sea 
Swept  by  the  gales  of  sin  and  grieC 

While  on  the  windward  and  the  le» 
Hang  heavy  clouds  of  unbelief* 


•re 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Bnt  o'er  the  deep  a  call  we  hear, 

Like  Harbor  bell's  inriting  voice. 
It  tells  the  lost  that  hope  is  near^ 

And  bids  the  trembling  soul  rejoice. 

This  way,  this  way,  O  heart  oppressed, 
So  long  by  storm  and  tempest  driveu ; 
This  way,  this  way,  lo,  here  is  rest, 
Rings  out  the  Harbor  bell  of  heaven. 
O  let  us  now  the  call  obey, 

And  steer  our  bark  for  yonder  shore, 
ITher*  still  that  voice  directs  the  way, 

In  pleading  tones  for  evermore; 
A  thousand  life-wrecks  strew  the  sea; 

They're  going  down  at  every  swell: 
•* Come  unto  me,"  "  Come  unto  me,'' 

Kings  out  th'  assuring  Harbor  bell, 
©tempted  one,  look  up,  be  strong; 

The  promise  of  the  Lord  is  sure, 
That  they  shall  eing  the  victor's  song, 

Who  faithful  to  the  end  endure; 
©od's  Holy  Spirit  comes  to  thee, 

Of  His  abiding  love  to  tell; 
To  blissful  port,  o'er  stormy  sea. 

Calls  heaven's  inviting  Harbor  bell. 
Come,  gracious  Lord,  and  in  Thy  love 

Conduct  us  o'er  li'fe'a  stormy  wave; 
€)  guide  us  to  the  home  above. 

The  blissfu'l  home  beyond  the  grave; 
There  safe  from  rock,  and  storm,  and  flood, 

Our  song  of  praise  shall  never  cease, 
To  Him  who  bought  us  with  His  blood, 

And  brought  us  to  t-he  port  of  peace. 

^  348 

©H,  to  have  no  Christ,  no  Saviour! 

Jfo  Rock,  no  Refuge  nigh! 
"When  the  dark  days  'round  thee  gather, 
When  the  storms  sweep  o'er  the  sky! 
Oh,  to  have  no  hope  in  Jesus  I 
Uo  Friend,  no  light  in  Jesus  I 
Oh,  to  have  no  hope  in  Jesus  ! 
How  dark  this  world  must  be  I 
©h,  to  have  no  Christ,  no  Saviourl 

How  lonely  life  must  be! 
Xike  a  sailor,  lost  and  driven, 
On  a  wide  and  shoreless  sea. 
©h,  to  have  no  Christ,  no  Saviour! 

No  hand  to  clasp  thine  own! 
Through  the  dark,  dark  vale  of  shadows 

Thou  must  press  thy  way  alone. 
Uow,  we  pray  thee,  come  to  Jesus; 

His  pard'ning  love  receive; 
Wot  the  Saviour  now  is  calling. 
And  He  bids  thee  turn  and  live. 
Come  to  Jesus,  He  will  save  you ; 
He  is  the  Friend  of  sinners; 
Then,  when  thou  hast  found  the  Saviour, 
How  bright  this  world  will  bel 

349 

Thbse  is  a  land  which  lies  afar, 
Where  grief  is  all  unknown; 

▲  land  wherein  the  angels  sing 
Around  the  heavenly  throne. 


O  'twill  be  sweei?  when  we  shall  meet 

Upon  that  distant  shore, 
"Whereon  the  glorious  sun  ne'er  sets, 
II:  But  shines  for  evermore.  :|| 
We  are  but  pilgrims  on  the  earth, 

And  brief  our  sojourn  here; 
But  well  we  know  when  hence  we  go, 

There  is  a  brighter  sphere. 
There  is  a  realm  of  boundless  love, 

A  goal  for  hearts  distrest. 
Where  all  may  find  for  endless  years 
A  home  among  the  blest. 

350 

He  dies!  He  dies!  the  lowly  Man  of  sorrows. 
On  whom  were  laid  our  many  gnefs  and 
woes;  [lows, 

Our  sins  He  bore,  beneath  God's  awful  bil- 
And  He  hath  triumphed  over  all  our  foes. 
II:  **  I  am  He  that  liveth,  that  liveth  and  was  dead;  :|j 
And,  behold,  I  am  alive  for  evermore ; 
Behold,  I  am  alive  for  evermore ; 
I  am  He  that  liveth,  that  liveth  and  was  dead ; 
And,  behold,  I  am  alive  for  evermore." 
He  lives!  He  lives!  what  glorious  consolationi 

Exalted  at  His  Father's  own  right  hand, 

He  pleads  for  us,  and  by  His  intercession, 

Enables  all  His  saints  by  grace  to  stand. 

He  comes!  He  comes!  O  blest  anticipation! 

In  keeping  with  His  true  and  faithful  word: 
To  call  us  to  our  heavenly  consummation — 
Caught  up,  to  be  ''forever  with  the  Lord.^* 

351 

Oh,  weary  pilgrim,  lift  your  head, 

For  joy  Cometh  in  the  mornmg! 
For  God  in  His  own  Word  hath  said 

That  joy  cometh  in  the  morning! 
II:  Joy  cometh  in  the  morning  I  :l| 
Weeping  may  endure  for  a  night; 
But  joy  cometh  in  the  morning ! 
Ye  trembling  saints,  dismiss  your  fears, 

For  joy  cometh  in  the  morning! 
Oh,  weeping  mourner,  dry  your  tears, 

For  joy  cometh  m  the  morning! 
Let  every  burdened  soul  look  up. 

For  joy  cometh  in  the  morning! 
And  every  trembling  sinner  hope, 

For  joy  cometh  in  the  morning! 
Our  God  shall  wipe  all  tears  away 

For  joy  cometh  in  the  mornmgl 
Sorrow  and  sighing  flee  away, 

For  joy  cometh  in  the  morning! 

352 

Rkjoick,  rejoice,  believer, 
And  let  thy  joy  and  glory  ever  be 
In  Him,  the  Great  Deliverer, 
Who  gave  Himself  a  sacrifice  for  thee. 
Rejoice,  believer, 
Regoice  and  sing 

Of  Him  who  lives  forever, 
Thy  great  High  Priest  and  Eiog. 


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Rejoice  in  thy  Redeemer, 
Thou  hast  a  place  that  nothing  can  remove; 

He  bids  thee  dwell  in  safety, 
And  rest  beneath  the  shadow  of  His  love. 

Rejoice,  rejoice,  believer, 
A  home  on  high  is  waiting  now  for  thee; 

And  there,  in  all  His  beauty,  [see. 

The  King  of  saints  with  wonder  thou  shalt 

Rejoice,  rejoice,  believer, 
Press  on  to  join  the  happy,  happy  throng; 

Where  soon  tliy  Lord  will  call  thee 
To  realms  of  joy  aiid  everlasting  song. 

353 

"Come  unto  Me,"  It  is  the  Saviour's  voice. 
The  Lord  of  life,  who  bid?  thy  heart  rejoice; 
O  weary  heart,  with  heavy  cares  oppressed, 
*•  Come  unto  Me,"  and  I  will  give  you  rest. 
"Come  unto  Mc,  come  unto  Me, 
Come  unto  Me,  and  I  will  give  you  rest, 
II :  1  will  give  you  rest."  :|| 
"Weary  "with  life's  long  struggle,  full  of  pain, 
O  doubting  soul,  thy  fciaviour  calls  again; 
Thy  doubts    shall   vanish    and   thy    sorrows 

cease, 
"  Come  unto  Me,"  and  I  will  give  you  peace. 
Oh,  dying  man,  with  guilt  and  sin  dismayed. 
With  conscience  wakened,  of  thy  God  afraid; 
Twixt  hopes  and  fears — Oh,  end  the  anxious 

strife, 
"  Come  unto  me,"  and  I  will  give  you  life. 
Rest,  peace,  and  life,  the  flowers  of  deathless 

bloom. 
The  Saviour  gives  us,  not  beyond  the  tomb — 
But  here,  and  now.  on  earth,  some  glimpse 

is  given  [heaven. 

Of  joys  which  wait  us  through  the  gates  of 

354 

Safe  home,  safe  home  in  port! 

Rent  cordage,  shattered  deck. 
Torn  sails,  provisions  short, 

And  only  not  a  wreck: 
But,  oh!  the  joy,  upon  the  shore, 
To  tell  our  voyag&  penis  o'er.i 
The  prize,  the  prize  secure! 

The  wrestler  nearly  fell; 
Bare  all  he  could  endure, 

And  bare  not  always  well; 
But  he  may  smile  at  troubles  gone 
Who  sets  the  victor-garland  ou! 
No  more  the  foe  can  harm! 

No  more  of  leaguered  camp, 
And  cry  of  ni^ht  alarm, 

And  need  of  ready  lamp:  — 
And  yet  how  nearly  had  he  failed — 
How  nearly  had  that  foe  prevailed! 
The  exile  is  at  home! 

Oh,  nights  and  days  of  tears! 
Oh,  longings  not  to  roam! 

Oh,  sins  and  doubts  and  fear?! 
What  matters  now  grief's  darkest  day, 
When  God  has  wiped  all  tears  away! 


355 


On  Calvary's  brow  my  Saviour  died, 
'Twas  there  my  Lord  was  crucified: 
*Twas  on  the  cross  He  bled  for  me. 
And  purchased  there  my  pardon  free. 

O  Calvary !  dark  Calvary  ! 
Where  Jesus  shed  His'blood  for  me ; 

O  Calvary  I  blest  Calvary  ! 

'Twas  there  my  Saviour  died  for  me. 
*Mid  rending  rocks  and  darkening  skies 
My  Saviour  bows  his  head  and  dies; 
The  opening  vail  reveals  the  way 
To  heaven's  joys  and  endless  day. 
O  Jesus,  Lord,  how  can  it  be. 
That  Thou  shouldst  give  Thy  life  for  me, 
To  bear  the  cross  and  agony. 
In  that  dread  hour  on  Calvary? 

356 

Hold  Thon  my  hand;   so  weak  I  am,  and 
helpless, 
I  dare  not  take  one  step  without  Thy  aid; 
Hold  Thou  my  hand;    fur  then,  O  loving  Sav- 
iour, 
No  dread  of  ill  shall  make  my  soul  afraid. 
Hold  Thou  my  hand,  and  closer,  closer  draw 
me 
To  Thy  dear  self— my  hope,  my  joy,  my  all; 
Hold  Thou  my  hand,   lest  haply  I    shouli 
wander,  [should  falL 

And,    missing    Thee,    my   trembling   feet 
Hold  Thou  my  hand;  the  way  is  dark  before 
me 
Without  the  sunlight  of  Thy  face  divine; 
But  when  by  faith  I  catch  its  radiant  glory, 
What  heights  of  joy,  what  rapturous  songa 
are  mine! 
Hold  Thou  my  hand,  that  when  I  reach  the 
mar^n 
Of  that  lone  ri^er  Thou  didst  cross  for  me, 
A  heavenly  light  mav  flash  along  its  waters. 
And  every  wave  like  crystal  bright  shall  be. 

357 

**  Be  ye  strong  in  the  Lord  and  the  power  of 
His  might," 
Firmly  standing  for  th«  truth  of  His  word; 
He  shall  lead  you  safely  through  the  thickest 
of  the  fight, 
You  shall  conquer  in  the  name  of  the  Lord. 
Firmly  stand  for  the  right, 

On  to  victory  at  the  King's  command ; 
For  the  honor  of  the  Lord,  and  the  triumph  of  His  word. 

In  the  strength  of  the  Lord  firmly  stand. 
"  Be  ye  strong  in  the  Lord  and  the  power  of 
His  might," 
Never  turning  from  the  face  of  the  foe; 
He  will  surely  by  you  stand,  as  you  battle  for 
the  right, 
lu  the  power  of  His  might  onward  go. 


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*'Be  ye  strong  in  the  Lord  and  the  power  of 
His  might," 
For  His  promises  shall  never,  never  fail; 
By  thy  right  hand  He'll  hold  thee  while  bat- 
tling for  the  right,  [prevail. 
Trusting  Him   thou  shalt  for  evermore 

358 

On  the  Resurrection  morning, 

Soul  and  body  meet  again, 
No  more  sorrow,  no  more  weeping, 

No  more  pain. 
Here  awhile  they  must  be  parted. 
And  the  flesh  its  Sabbath  keep. 
Waiting  in  a  holy  stillness, 

Wrappea  in  sleep. 
For  a  space  the  tired  body 

Waits  in  peace  the  morning's  dawn, 
When  there  breaks  the  last  and  brightest 

Easter  morn. 
On  that  happy  Easter  morning 

All  the  graves  their  dead  restore, 
Father,  mother,  sister,  brottier 

Meet  once  more. 
6©ul  and  body,  reunited, 

Henceforth  nothing  shall  divide. 
Waking  up  in  Christ's  own  likeness, 
Satisfied. 

359 

BoBTS  of  God,  beloved  in  Jesus! 

O  the  wondrous  word  of  grace; 
In  His  Son  the  Father  sees  us, 

And  as  sons  He  gives  us  place. 
Beloved,  now  are  we  the  sons  of  God, 
And  it  doth  not  yet  appear  what  we  shall  be ; 
But  II:  we  know  that,  when  He  shall  appear,  :|I 
II:  We  shall  be  like  Him,  :|| 
For  we  shall  see  Him  as  He  is. ' ' 
Blessed  hope  now  brightly  beaming, 

On  our  God  we  soon  shall  gaze; 
And  in  light  celestial  gleaming. 

We  shall  see  our  Saviour's  face. 
By  the  power  of  grace  transforming. 

We  shall  then  His  image  bear; 
Christ  His  promised  word  performing, 

We  shall  then  His  glory  share. 

360 

Thebe  is  a  name  I  love  to  hear; 

I  love  to  sing  its  worth: 
It  sounds  like  music  in  mine  ear — 

The  sweetest  name  on  earth. 
It  tells  me  of  a  Saviour's  love, 

Who  died  to  set  me  free; 
It  tells  me  of  His  precious  blood — 

The  sinner's  peribct  plea. 
It  tells  of  One  whose  loving  heart 

Can  feel  my  smallest  woe — 
Who  in  each  sorrow  bears  a  part 

That  none  can  bear  below. 


It  bids  my  trembling  soul  rejoice, 
And  dries  each  rising  tear; 

It  tells  me  in  a  "  still  small  voice,'' 
To  trust,  and  not  to  fear. 

361 

Blessed  be  the  Fountain  of  blood. 

To  a  world  of  sinners  revealed; 
Blessed  be  the  dear  Son  of  God: 

Only  by  His  stripes  we  are  healed. 
Though  I've  wandered  far  from  His  fold, 

Bringing  to  my  heart  pain  and  woe. 
Wash  me  in  the  Blood  of  the  Lamb, 

And  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow, 
ri:  Whiter  than  snow,  :|| 
Wash  me  in  the  Blood  of  the  Lamb, 
And  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 
Thorny  was  the  crown  that  He  wore, 

And  the  cross  His  body  o'ercame; 
Grievous  were  the  sorrows  He  bore, 

But  He  suffered  thus  not  in  vain. 
May  I  to  that  Fountain  be  led, 

Made  to  cleanse  my  sins  here  below; 
Wash  me  in  the  Blood  that  He  shed. 

And  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 
Father,  I  have  wandered  from  Thee, 

Often  has  my  heart  gone  astray; 
Crimson  do  my  sins  seem  to  me— 

Water  can  not  wash  them  away. 
Jesus  to  that  Fountain  of  Thine, 

Leaning  on  Thy  promise  I  go: 
Cleanse  me  by  Thy  washing  divine. 

And  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 

362 

Now  the  day  is  over, 

Ni^ht  is  drawing  nigh. 
Shadows  of  the  evening 

Steal  across  the  sky. 
Jesus,  give  the  weary 

Calm  and  sweet  repose; 
With  Thy  tenderest  olessing 

May  our  eyelids  close. 
Through  the  long  night- watcfhea 

May  Thine  angels  spread 
Their  white  wings  above  us. 

Watching  round  each  bed. 
When  the  morning  wakens. 

Then  may  I  arise 
Pure,  and  fresh,  and  sinless 

In  Thy  holy  eyes. 
Glory  to  the  Father, 

Glory  to  the  Son, 
And  to  Thee,  blest  Spirit, 

Whilst  all  ages  run.    Amen. 

363 

In  the  secret  of  His  presence  how  my  soul  de- 
lights to  hide!  [learn  at  Jesus'  side! 

Oh,  how  precious  are  the  lessons  which  I 

Earthly  cares  can  never  vex  me,  neither  trials 
lay  me  low, 

For  when  Satan  comes  to  tempt  me,  to  the 
secret  place  I  go,  to  the  secret  place  I  go. 


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7t 


When  my  soul  is  faint  and  thirsty,  'neath  the 

shadow  of  His  wing  [and  crystal  spring; 
There  is  cool  and  pleasant  shelter,  and  afresh 
And  my  Saviour  resis  beside  me,  as  we  hold 

communion  sweet: 
If  I  tried,  I  could  not  utter  what  He  says  when 

thus  we  meet,  what  He  says  when  thus  we 

meet. 
Only  this  I  know:  I  tell  Him  all  my  doubt*, 

my  grief  and  fears;  [ing  soul  He  cheers: 
Oh,  how  patiently  He  listens!  and  my  droop- 
Do'you  think  He  ne'er  reproves  me?  what  a 

false  friend  He  would  be, 
If  He  never,  never  told  me  of  the  sins  which 

He  must  see,  of  the  sins  which  He  must  see. 

"Would  you  like  to  know  the  sweetness  of  the 

secret  of  the  Lord?  [then  be  your  reward: 
Go  and  hide  beneath  His  shadow;  this  shall 
And  whene'er  you  leave  the  silence  of  that 

happy  meetmg  place, 
Tou  must  mind  and  bear  the  image  of  the 

Master  in  your  face,  of  the  Master  in  your 

face. 

364 

"  Till  He  come!*    -oh,  let  the  words 

Linger  on  the  tremb'ing  chords, 

Let  the  "  little  while"  oetween 

In  their  golden  light  be  seen: 

Let  us  think  how  neaven  and  home 

Lie  beyond  that  "2^W  Hq>  come.^' 

When  the  weary  ones  we  love 

Enter  on  their  rest  above,! 

When  their  words  of  love  and  cheer 

Fall  no  longer  on  onr  ear, 

Hush!  be  every  murmur  dumb! 

It  is  only  '*  Till  He  come." 

Clouds  and  darkness  round  us  press: 

Would  we  have  one  sorrow  less? 

All  the  sharpness  of  the  cross, 

All  that  tells  the  world  is  loss,  , 

Death,  and  darkness,  and  the  tomb, 

Pain  us  only  "  Till  lie  come.'* 

6ee>  iiie  feast  of  love  is  spread, 

Drink  the  wine  and  eat  the  bread: 

Bweet  memorials,  till  the  Lord 

Calls  us  round  His  heavenly  board, 

Some  from  earth,  from  glory  somej 

Severed  only  «•  Till  He  come,'* 

365 

Ok  WARD,  Christian  soldiers  I 

Marching  as  to  war, 
With  the  cross  of  Jesus 

Going  on  before. 
Christ,  the  Royal  Master, 

Leads  against  the  foe; 
Forward  into  battle, 
See  Hia  banners  go. 

Onward,  Ghtiatiaa  soldiers, 

If  arching  aa  to  war, 
With  the  cross  of  Jeaaa 
Going  on  before. 


Like  a  mighty  army 

Moves  the  Church  of  God: 
Brothers,  we  are  treading 

Where  the  saints  have  trod; 
We  are  not  divided, 

All  one  body  we — 
One  in  hope  and  doctrine, 

One  in  cnarity. 
Crowns  and  thrones  may  perish. 

Kingdoms  rise  and  wane; 
But  the  church  of  Jesus 

Constant  will  remain: 
Gates  of  hell  can  never 

'Gainst  that  Church  prevail: 
We  have  Christ's  own  promise— 

And  that  can  not  fail. 
Onward,  then,  ye  faithful, 

Join  our  happy  throng. 
Blend  with  ours  your  voices, 

In  the  triumph-song: 
Glory,  laud,  and  honor. 

Unto  Christ  the  King: 
This  through  countless  ages 

Men  and  angels  sing. 

366 

Jesus,  Saviour,  pilot  me, 
Over  life's  tempestuous  sea; 
Unknown  waves  before  me  roll, 
Hiding  rock  and  treacherous  shoal: 
Chart  and  compass  come  from  Thee: 
Jesus,  Saviour,  pilot  me. 
As  a  mother  stills  her  child, 
Thou  canst  hush  the  ocean  wild; 
Boisterous  waves  obey  Thy  will 
When  thou  say'st  to  them  "  Be  stillt" 
Wondrous  Sovereign  of  the  sea, 
Jesus,  Saviour,  pilot  me. 
When  at  last  I  near  the  shore. 
And  the  fearful  breakers  roar 
'Twixt  me  and  the  peaceful  rest, 
Then,  while  leaning  on  Thy  breastj 
May  I  hear  Thee  say  to  me, 
"Fear  not,  I  will  pilot  thee!'» 

367 

I'vK  found  a  friend  in  Jesus,— He's  ererytSiing 

to  me; 

He's  the  fairest  often  thousand  to  my  soul! 

The  *♦  Lily  of  the  Valley,"  in  Him  alonefl  see 

All  I  need  to  cleanse  and  make  me  fully 

whole:  [my  stay; 

In  sorrow  He's  my  comfort,  in  trouble  He's 

He  tells  me  every  care  on  Him  to  roll; 
He's  the  "Lily  of  the  Valley,"  the  Bright  and 
Morning  Star; 
He's  the  fairest  often  thousand  to  my  soulf 

Ib  sorrow  He's  mj  comfort,  in  trouble  He's  my  stay* 

He  tells  me  every  care  on  Him  to  roll ; 
He's  the  "Lily  ef  the  Talley,*'  the  Bright  and  Mo». 
ing  Star ;  ^ 

He's  (he  fairest  of  tea  thousaad  to  my  soal  I     ^ 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


He  all  my  grief  has  taken,  and  all  my  sorrows 
borne;  [lower; 

In  temptation  He's  my  strong  and  mighty 
I've  all  for  Him  forsaken,  I've  all  my  idols 
torn  [His  power. 

From  my  heart,  and  now  He  keeps  me  by 
Though  all  the  world  forsake  me,  and  Satan 
tempts  me  sore, 
Through  Jesus  I  shall  safely  reach  the  goal: 
He's  the  "Lily  of  the  Valley,"  the  Bright  and 
Morning  Star; 
He's  the  fairest  of  ten  thousand  to  my  soul! 
He'll  never,  never  leave  me,  uor  yet  forsake 
me  here,  [will; 

While  I  live  by  faith,  and  do  His  blessed 
A  wall  of  fire  about  me,  I've  nothing  now  to 
fear:  [fill. 

With  His  manna  He  my  hungry  soul  shall 
When  crowned  at  last  in  glory,  I'll  see  His 
blessed  face. 
Where  rivers  of  delight  shall  ever  roll; 
He's  the  "Lily  of  the  Valley,"  the  Bright  and 
Morning  Star; 
He's  the  fairest  often  thousand  to  my  soul! 

368 

Jesus,  the  very  thought  of  Thee 

With  sweetness  fills  my  breast; 
But  sweeter  far  Thy  face  to  see. 

And  in  Thy  presence  rest. 
Nor  voice  can  sing,  nor  heart  can  frame, 

Nor  can  the  memory  find 
A  sweeter  sound  than  Thy  blest  name, 

O  Saviour  of  mankind! 
Oh,  hope  of  every  contrite  heart! 

Oh,  joy  of  all  the  meek! 
To  those  who  fall,  how  kind  Thou  art! 

How  good  to  those  who  seek. 
And  those  who  find  Thee,  find  a  bliss 

Nor  tongue  nor  pen  can  show; 
The  love  of  Jesus,  what  it  is 

None  but  His  loved  ones  know. 
Jesus!  our  only  joy  be  Thou, 

As  Thou  our  prize  wilt  be: 
Jesus!  be  Thou  our  glory  now, 

And  through  eternity. 

369 

Like  wandering  sheep  over  mountains  cold, 

Since  all  have  gone  astray; 
To  "  Life  "  and  peace  within  the  fold, 

How  may  I  find  the  way? 
R:  **  I  am  the  way,  the  truth,  and  the  life : 

No  man  cometh  unto  the  Father,  but  by  Me."  :| 
Bewildered  oft  with  doubt  and  care 

To  God  I  fain  would  go; 
While  many  cry  "  Lo  here!  lo  there!  * 

The  Truth  how  may  I  know? 

To  Christ  the  Wat,  the  Truth,  the  Lipb, 

I  come,  no  more  to  roam; 
He'll  guide  me  to  my  "Father's  house," 

To  my  Eternal  home. 


370. 

Hatk  faith  in  God;  what  can  there  b« 
For  Him  too  hard  to  do  for  thee? 
He  gave  His  Son;  now  all  is  free; 

Har*  faith,  have  faith  in  God. 
Have  faith  thy  pardon  to  believe. 
Let  God's  own  word  thy  fears  relievej 
Have  faith  the  Spirit  to  receive; 

Hare  faith,  have  faith  in  God. 
Have  faith  in  God,  and  Trust  His  might 
That  He  will  conquer  as  you  fight. 
And  give  the  triumph  to  the  right; 

Have  faith,  have  faith  in  God. 
Have  faith  in  God;  press  near  His  side; 
Thy  troubled  soul  trust  Him  to  guide; 
In  life,  in  death,  whate'er  betide, 

Have  faith,  have  faith  in  God. 

371 

Wk  shall  reach  the  summer-land. 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by; 
We  shall  press  the  golden  strand, 

Some  sweet  day,  hj  and  by; 
Oh,  the  loved  ones  watching  there. 
By  the  tree  of  life  so  fair, 
Till  we  come  their  joy  to  share, 

Some  sweet  day,  oy  and  by. 
By  and  by,  some  sweet  day, 
We  shall  meet  our  loved  ones  gone. 
Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by. 
At  the  crystal  river's  brink. 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by; 
We  shall  find  each  broken  link, 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by; 
Then  the  star  that,  f:xding  here. 
Left  our  kearts  and  homes  so  drear, 
We  shall  see  more  bright  and  clear. 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by. 
Oh,  these  parting  scenes  will  end, 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by; 
We  shall  gather  friend  with  friend. 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by; 
There  before  our  Father's  throne. 
When  the  mists  and  clouds  have  flowa 
We  shall  know  as  we  are  known, 

Some  sweet  day,  by  and  by. 

372 

^T  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt; 

Oh,  may  Thy  will  be  mine; 
Into  Thy  hand,  of  love 

I  would  my  all  resign: 
Through  sorrow  or  through  joy. 

Conduct  me  as  Thine  own. 
And  help  me  still  to  say. 

My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  done. 

My  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt; 

Though  seen  through  many  a  tear^ 
Let  not  my  star  of  hope 

Grow  dim  or  disappear; 


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81 


Since  Thou  on  earth  hast  wept, 

And  sorrowed  oft  alone, 
If  I  must  weep  with  Thee, 

My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  done. 

My  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt; 

All  shall  be  well  for  me; 
Each  changing  future  scene 

I  gladly  trust  with  Thee: 
Straight  to  my  home  above 

I  travel  calmly  on. 
And  sing,  in  life  or  cleath— 

My  Lord,  Thy  will  be  done. 

373 

I    Oh,  what  will  you  do  with  Jesus? 
The  call  comes  low  and  sweet; 
As  tenderly  He  bids  you 

Your  burdens  lay  at  His  feet; 
Oh,  soul,  so  sad  and  weary. 

That  sweet  voice  speaks  to  thee; 
Then  what  will  you  do  with  Jesus? 
Oh,  what  shall  the  answer  be? 
II :  "What  shall  the  answer  be  ?  :|| 
What  will  yeu  do  with  Jesus  ? 
Oh,  what  shall  the  answer  be  ? 
Oh,  what  will  you  do  with  Jesus? 
The  call  comes  loud  and  clear; 
The  solemn  words  are  sounding 

In  every  listening  ear; 
Immortal  life's  in  the  question, 

And  joy  through  eternity: 
Then  what  will  you  do  with  Jesus? 
Oh,  what  shall  the  answer  be? 

Oh,  think  of  the  King  of  Glory— 

From  heaven  to  earth  come  down, 
His  life  so  pure  and  holy* 

His  death,  His  cross,  His  crown; 
Of  His  divine  compassion. 

His  sacrifice  for  thee: 
Then  what  will  you  do  with  Jesus? 

Oh,  what  shall  the  answer  be? 

374 

Laborers  of  Christ,  arise, 

4jnd  gird  you  for  the  toil; 
The  dew  of  promise  from  the  skiea 

Alread^y  cheers  the  soil. 

Go  where  the  sick  recline, 

Where  mourning  hearts  deplore; 

And  where  the  sons  of  sorrow  pine, 
Dispense  your  hallowed  lore. 

Be  faith,  which  looks  above, 
With  prayer,  your  constant  guest; 

And  wrap  the  Saviour's  changeless  love 
A  mantle  round  your  breast. 

So  shall  you  share  the  wealth 
That  earth  may  ne'er  despoil. 

And  the  blest  gospel's  saving  health 
Repay  your  arduous  toil. 
6 


375 


God  calling  yet!  shall  I  not  hear? 

Earth's  pleasures  shall  I  still  hold  dear? 
Shall  life's  swift  passing  years  all  fly. 

And  still  my  soul  in  slumber  lie? 
II:  Calling,  oh,  hear  Him,  :|| 
Ood  is  calling  yet,  oh,  hear  Him  calling,  calling, 

II:  Calling,  oh,  hear  Him,  :|| 
God  is  calling  yet,  oh,  hear  Him  calling  yet. 
God  calling  yet!  shall  I  not  rise? 

Can  I  His  loving  voice  despise? 
And  basely  His  kind  care  rerpay? 

He  calls  me  still;  can  I  delay? 
God  calling  yet!  and  shall  He  knock. 

And  I  my  heart  the  closer  lock? 
He  still  is  waiting  to  receive, 

And  shall  I  dare  His  Spirit  grieve? 
God  calling  yet!  and  shall  I  give 

No  heed,  but  still  in  bondage  live? 
I  wait,  but  He  does  not  forsake; 

He  calls  me  still;  my  heart,  awakel 
God  calling  yet!  I  can  not  stay; 

My  heart  I  yield  without  delay: 
Vain  world,  larewell,  from  thee  I  part; 

The  voice  of  God  has  reached  my  heart, 

376 

Oh  cease,  my  wandering  soul. 

On  restless  win^  to  roam; 
All  this  wide  world,  to  either  pole, 

Hath  not  for  thee  a  home. 
Behold  the  ark  of  God! 

Behold  the  open  door! 
Oh,  haste  to  gain  that  dear  abode, 

And  rove,  my  soul,  no  more. 
There  safe  thou  shalt  abide, 

There  sweet  shall  be  thy  rest; 
And  every  longing  satisfied, 

With  full  salvation  blest. 
Ah,  yes!  I  all  forsake. 

My  all  to  Thee  resign; 
Gracious  Redeemer,  take,  oh,  take 

And  seal  me  ever  Thine! 

377 

God  loved  a  world  of  sinners. 
For  them  He  gave  His  Son; 

And  whosoe'er  receives  Him, 
He  saves  them,  every  one; 

He  came  to  bring  salvation, 
To  bear  our  sins  away. 

That  we  with  Him  in  glory 

Might  live  through  endless  day. 
y.  "How  shall  we  escape  if  we  neglect  so  great 
salvation?  :|| 

Neglect  80  great  salvation  ?" 

Behold  the  bleeding  Saviour 
Upon  the  cruel  tree, — 

The  Just,  condemned,  forsaken- 
He  dies  for  you  and  me:.  


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The  "  &on  of  God"  beloved, 

For  us  a  curse  was  made; 
That  we  might  have  redemption, 

The  awful  price  He  paid. 
God  loves  the  vilest  sinner, 

But  hates  the  smallest  sin; 
Then  who  shall  see  His  Kingdom? 

Or  who  can  enter  in? 
*The  precious  blood  of  Jesus' — 

Let  every  creature  know — 
Can  make  the  ''chief  of  sinners  " 

Full  whiter  than  the  snow. 
Return  to  God,  O  wanderer, 

Thy  purchased  pardon  take; 
Thy  sins  He'll  not  remember, 

For  Thy  Redeemer's  sake; 
He'll  cast  them  all  behind  Him, 

Or  'neath  the  deepest  sea, 
And  love  us  ever  freely. 

Throughout  Eternity. 

378 

C!oMB  to  Jesus!  come  away! 

Forsake  thy  sins — Oh,  why  delay? 
His  arms  are  open,  night  and  day; 

H«  waits  to  welcome  thee! 
Come  to  Jesus!  all  is  free; 

Hark!  how  He  calls,  "  Come  unto  Me! 
I  cast  out  none,  I'll  pardon  thee,  " 

Oh,  thou  Shalt  welcome  be! 
Come  to  Jesus!   cling  to  Him; 

He'll  keep  thee  far  from  paths  of  sin; 
Thou  Shalt  at  last  a  victory  win, 

And  He  will  welcome  thee! 
Come  to  Jesus! — Lord,  I  come! 

"Weary  of  sin,  no  more  I'd  roam, 
But  with  my  Saviour  be  at  home; 

I  know  He'll  welcome  me! 

379 

At  the  feast  of  Belshazzar  and  a  thousand 

of  His  lords,  [Book  of  Truth  records — 
While  they  drank  from  golden  vessels,  as  the 
la  the  night,  as  they  revelled  in  the  royal 

palace  hall,     [the  Hand  upon  the  wall! 
They  were  seized  with  consternation,— 'twas 
D:  'Tis  the  hand  of  God  on  the  wall  I  :|| 

Shall  the  record  be  ? — "Found  wanting  1  " 

Or  shall  it  be? — "Pound  trusting  1  " 

While  that  hand  is  writing  on  the  wall  ? 
See  the  brave  captive,  Daniel,  as  he  stood 

before  the  throng. 
And  rebuked  the  haughty  monarch  for  his 

mighty  deeds  of  wrong;  [of  one  and  all, 
As  he  read  out  the  writing— 'twas  the  doom 
For  the  kingdom  now  was  finished— said  the 

Hand  upon  the  wall! 
See  the  faith,  zeal,  and  courage,  that  would 

dare  to  do  the  right, 
Which  the  Spirit  gave  to  Daniel— 'twas  the 

secret  of  his  might, 
Ia  his  heme  in  Judea,  or  a  captive  in  thehall, 
He  understood  the  writing  of  his  God  upon 


So  our  deeds  are  recorded— there's  a  Hand 
that's  writing  now;  [mandates  bow: 

Sinner,  give  your  heart  to  Jesus,  to  His  royal 

For  the  day  is  approaching — it  must  come  to 
one  and  all,  [written  on  the  wall! 

When    the  sinner's   condemnation  will   be 

380 

Jerusalem!  my  happy  home! 

Name  ever  dear  to  me! 
When  shall  my  labors  have  an  end, 

In  joy,  and  peace,  in  thee! 
Oh,  when,  thou  city  of  my  God, 

Shall  I  thy  courts  ascend, 
Where  congregations  ne'er  break  up, 

And  Sabbaths  have  no  end? 
Jerusalem!  my  happy  home! 

My  soul  still  pants  for  thee; 
Then  shall  my  labors  have  an  en4, 

When  I  thy  joy  shall  see. 

381 

Thbbe's  a  royal  banner  given  for  display 

To  the  soldiers  of  the  King; 
As  an  ensign  fair  we  lift  it  up  to-day, 

While  as  ransomed  ones  we  sing. 

Marching  on  1    Marching  on ! 
For  Christ  count  everything  but  loss ; 

And  to  crown  Him  King,  we'll  toil  and  sing, 
'Neath  the  banner  of  the  cross. 
Though  the  foe  may  rage  and  gather  as  the 
flood. 

Let  the  standard  be  displayed; 
And  beneath  its  folds,  as  soldiers  of  the  Lerd, 

For  the  truth  be  not  dismayed" 
Over  land  and  sea,  wherever  man  may  dwell, 

Make  the  glorious  tidings  known; 
Of  the  crimson  banner  now  the  story  tell, 

While  the  Lord  shall  claim  His  ©wn! 
When  the  glory  dawns  —  'tis  drawing  verjl  fooi 
near — 

It  is  hastening  day  by  day 


Chi 


Then  before  our  King  the  foe  shall  disappear'  fee 
And  the  Cross  the  world  shall  sway. 

382  , 

I  WAS  once  far  awajr  from  the  Saviour, 

And  as  vile  as  a  sinner  could  be; 
And  I  wondered  if  Christ  the  Redeemer 

Could  save  a  poor  sinner  like  me. 
I  wandered  on  in  the  darkness, 

Hot  a  ray  of  light  could  I  see: 
And  the  thought  filled  mj  heart  with  sadoesi 

There's  no  nope  for  a  smner  like  me. 
And  then,  in  that  dark,  lonely  hour, 

A  voice  sweetly  whispered  to  me. 
Saying,  Christ  the  Redeemer  has  power 

To  save  a  poor  sinner  like  thee. 
I  listeiuftd:  and  lo!  'twas  the  Saviour  \^ 

That  w«s  speaking  so  kindly  te  me; 
I  cried,  **Vm  the  chief  of  sinners, 

ThQXL  eanst  0»7e  a  poor  sinner  like  met" 


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8a 


I  then  fully  trusted  in  Jesus; 

And  oh,  what  a  joy  came  to  me! 
My  heart  was  filled  with  His  praises, 

For  saving  a  sinner  like  me. 
No  longer  m  darkness  I'm  walking. 

For  the  light  is  now  shining  on  me; 
And  now  unto  others  I'm  telling 

How  He  saved  a  poor  sinner  like  me. 
And  when  life's  journey  is  over, 

And  I  the  dear  Saviour  shall  see, 
I'll  praise  Him  for  ever  and  ever, 

For  saving  a  sinner  like  me. 

383 

Theee  is  a  calm  beyond  life's  fitful  fever, 
A  deep  repose,  an  everlasting  rest; 

"Where  white-robed  angels  welcome  the  be- 
Among  the  blest,  among  the  blest,     [liever 

There  is  a  Home,  where  all  the  soul's  deep 

/earnings, 
silent  prayers  shall  be  at  last  fulfilled; 
Where  strife   and  sorrow,   murm' rings  and 
heart-burnings. 
At  last  are  stilled,  at  last  are  stilled. 

There  is  a  Hope,  to  which  the  Christian  cling- 
ing. 
Is  lifted  high  above  life's  surging  wave; 
Finds    life    in    death,    and   fadeless   flowers 
springing 
From  the  dark  grave,  from  the  dark  grave. 
There  is  a  Crown  prepared  for  those  who  love 
Him, 
The  Christian  sees  it  in  the  distance  shine, 
Like  a  bright  beacon  glittering  above  him. 
And    whispers,    ♦♦Mine!"    and    whispers, 
♦♦MineT" 

There  is  a  spotless  robe  of  Christ's  own  weav- 
ing; [soul? 
Will  you  not  wrap  it  round  your  sin-stained 
?oor  wandering    child,   upon    thy  past    life 
grieving,                                  [thee  whole! 
Christ    makes  thee   whole!    Christ  makes 
'here  is  a  Home,  a  Harp,  a  Crown  in  Heaven; — 
Alas!  that  any  should.  Thy  gift  refuse! — 
'he  awful  choice  of  life  and  death  is  §iven — 
Which  wilt  thou  choose?  which  wilt  thou 
choose? 

384 

There  is  a  stream,  whose  gentle  flow 

Supplies  the  city  of  our  God; 
Life,  le^ve,  and  joy,  still  gliding  through, 

And  watering  our  divine  abode. 
That  sacred  stream,  Thy  holy  Word, 

Supports  our  faith,  our  fears  controls; 
Sweet  peace  Thy  promises  afford, 

And  give  new  strength  to  fainting  souls. 
Loud  may  the  troubled  ocean  roar; 

In  sacred  peace  our  souls  abide; 
While  every  nation,  every  shore. 

Trembles,  and  dreads  the  swelling  tide. 


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385 


A  GUILTY  soul,  by  Pharisees  of  old, 

Was  brought  accused,  alone, 
But  Jesus  said,  "  Let  him  without  a  sim, 

Be  first  to  cast  a  stone." 

"There  is  none  righteous,  no,  not  ane  : 
All,  all  have  sinned, 

There  is  none  righteous,  for  all  have  sinned, 

And  come  short  of  the  glory,  the  glory  of  G^od, 

II:  Come  short  of  the  glory,  :ll  of  the  glory  of  God." 
A  learned  Master,  Ruler  of  the  Jews, 

God's  kingdom  could  not  gain, 
With  all  the  lore  and  culture  of  the  age. 

He  ♦*  must  be  born  again." 
"Good  Master,"  pray,  can  aught  be  lackiog 

Thy  laws  I  do  obey;  [yetr 

♦♦Go  sell  and  give,  then  come  and  follow  me," 

But  sad  he  turned  away. 

386 

Jesus  bids  us  shine  with  a  clear,  pure  light, 
Like  a  little  candle  burning  in  the  night; 
In  the  world  is  darkness;  so  we  must  shin*, 
You  in  your  corner  and  I  in  mine. 
Jesus  bids  us  shine  first  of  all  for  Him, 
Well  He  sees  and  knows  it  if  our  light  is  dim; 
He  looks  down  from  heaven.  He  sees  us  shme, 
You  in  your  corner  and  I  in  mine. 
Jesus  bids  us  shine  then  for  all  around. 
Many  kinds  of  darkness  in  the  world  are  found; 
Sin  and  want  and  sorrow;  so  we  must  shiae, 
You  in  your  cornei'  and  I  in  mine. 

387 

Whoeveb  receiveth  the  Crucified  One, 
Whoever  believeth  on  God's  only  Son, 
A  free  and  a  perfect  salvation  shall  have. 
For  He  is  abundantly  able  to  save. 

My  brother,  the  Master  is  calling  for  thee ; 

His  grace  and  His  mercy  are  wondrously  free ; 

His  blood  as  a  ransom  for  sinners  He  gave, 

And  He  is  abundantly  able  to  save. 
Whoever  receiveth  the  message  of  God, 
And  trusts  in  the  power  of  thesoul-cleansinj 

blood, 
A  full  and  eternal  redemption  shall  have, 
For  He  is  both  able  and  willing  to  save. 
Whoever  repents  and  forsakes  every  sin. 
And  opens  his  heart  for  the  Lord  to  come  im, 
A  present  and  perfect  salvation  shall  have, 
For  Jesus  is  ready  this  moment  to  save. 

388 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  welcome  thee, 
O  wanderer!  eagerly 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 
Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  ransom  thee 
O  slave!  so  willingly; 

Come,  come  to  Jesu** 


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CJome^  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  lighten  thee, 
O  burdened!  trustingly 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 
Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  give  to  thee, 
O  blind!  a  vision  free; 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 
Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  shelter  thee, 
O  weary!  blessedly 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 
Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

He  waits  to  carry  thee, 
O  lamb!  so  lovingly 

Come,  come  to  Jesus! 

389 

(brriNG  by  the  gateway  of  a  palace  fair, 
Once  a  child  of  God  was  left  to  die: 
By  the  world  neglected,  wealth  would  noth- 
ing share; 
See  the  change  awaiting  there  on  high. 
Carried  by  the  angels  to  the  land  of  rest, 

Music  sweetly  sounding  through  the  skies  ; 

Welcomed  by  the  Saviour  to  the  heavenly  feast, 

Gathered  with  the  loved  in  Paradise. 

What  shall  be  the  ending  of  this  life  of  care? 

Oft  the  question  cometh  to  us  all.     [bear, 

fiere  upon  the  pathway  hard  the  burdens 

And  the  burnmg  tears  of  sorrow  fall. 
Follower  of  Jesus,  scanty  though  thy  store, 
Treasures,   precious  treasures,  wait     on 
high;  [o'er; 

Count  the  trials  joyful,  soon  they'll  all  be 

O  the  change  that's  coming  by  and  by. 
Wpward,  then,  and  onward!   onward  for  the 
Lord; 
Time  and  talent  all  in  His  employ; 
Snail  may  seem  the  service,  sure  the  great 
reward;  Ijoy- 

Here  the  cross,  but  there  the  crown  of 

390 

O  Cheistian  traveler,  fear  no  more 

The  storms  which  round  thee  spread; 
Nor  yet  the  noontide's  sultry  beams 

On  thy  defenseless  head. 
H:  "Fear  thou  not,  for  I  am  with  thee: 
Be  not  dismayed,  for  I  am  thy  God."  :|I 
Thy  Saviour,  who  upon  the  cross 

Thy  full  redemption  paid. 
Will  not  from  thee,  His  ransomed  one. 

Withhold  His  promised  aid. 
▲  safe  retreat  and  hiding-place 

Thy  Saviour  will  provide; 
And  sorrow  can  not  fill  thy  heart 

While  sheltered  at  His  side. 
J5o:  in  thy  darkest  days  on  earth, 

When  every  joy  seems  flown. 
Believer^  thou  shalt  never  tread 

Thetoilsomeway  alone. 


391 

Hate  our  hearts  grown  cold  since  the  day  of 
old?  ^ 

Have  we  left  our  souls'  "first  love?" 
Neither  cold  nor  hot,  God  commends  us  not, 

Nor  our  lukewarm  ways  approve. 
Repent  ye,  repent  ye,  repent  ye  I 

'Tis  the  call  of  God  to  every  land ; 
Repent  ye,  repent  ye,  repent  ye  I 
For  the  kingdom  of  heaven  is  at  hand. 
Has  the  God  above  our  supreme  true  love? 

Have  we  bowed  to  Him  alway? 
Do  we  own  Hii.  claim,  and  revere  His  name, 

And  observe  His  holy  day? 
Do  we  honor  those  who  have  soothed  our  woe«<t 

Have  we  rendered  good  for  ill? 
Are  we  pure  in  heart,  doing  all  our  part 

To  fulfill  the  Saviour's  will? 
Are  we  always  true  in  the  thing  we  do. 

In  our  words,  our  works,  our  ways? 
Are  we  quite  content  with  the  blessings  sent| 

Giving  God  alone  the  praise? 
Dare  a  mortal  say— for  a  single  day— 

"I  have  kept  Thy  law,  O  God! 
Undefiled  by  sin,  I  am  pure  within, 

And  I  need  no  cleansing  blood?  '» 

392 

Cling  to  the  Bible,  though  all  else  be  taken, 

Lose  not  its  promises,  precious  and  sure; 
Souls  that  are  sleeping  its  echoes  awaken. 
Drink  from  the  fountain,  so  peaceful,  «• 
pure. 
II:  Cling  to  the  Bible  I  :||     Cling  to  the  Bible, 
Our  Lamp  and  Guide. 
Cling  to  the  Bible,  this  jewel,  this  treasure 
Brings  to  us  honor  and  saves  fallen  man; 
Pearl    whose    great    value    no    mortal    can 
measure, 
Seek  and  secure  it,  O  soul,  while  you  can. 
Lamp  for  the  feet  that  in  by-ways  have  wan 
dered,  [fall  q 

Guide  for  the  youth  that  would  otherwise  V- 
Hope    for  the  sinner  whose  best    days    ar«I  *"^ 
squandered,  jIlieL 

Staff  for  the  aged,  and  best  Book  of  all.      I  Its 

393  :t;; 

Hask!    hark,  my  soul!    Angelic  songs    arlji 
swelling  I  l^'- 

O'er  earth's  green  fields,  and  ocean's  wav«]i„j^J 
beat  shore:  [tellin  T^^ 

How  sweet  the  truth  those  blessed  strains  ai 
Of  that  new  life  when  sin  shall  be  no  mor 
Angels,  sing  on  !  your  faithful  watches  keeping 

Sing  us  sweet  fragments  of  the  songs  above, 

Till  morning's  joy  sha/1  end  the  night  of  weepit! 

And  life's  long  shadows  break  in  cloudless  loi 

Far,  far  away,  like  bells  at  evening  pealia 

The  voice  oi  Jesus  sounds  o'er  land  andse 

And  laden  souls,  by  thousands,  meekly  stej 

ing.  [Thcf 

Kind  Shepherd,  turn  their  weary  steps 


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86 


Onward  we  go,  for  still  we  hear  them  singing, 

"Come,  weary    souls,  for  Jesus   bids   you 

come;"  [ringing, 

And  through  the  dark,  its  echoes  sweetly 
The  music  of  the  Gospel  leads  us  home. 

394 

Guide  me,  O  Thou  great  Jehovah, 

Pilgrim  through  this  barren  land; 
I  am  weak,  but  Thou  art  mighty; 

Hold  me  with  Thy  powerful  hand; 
Bread  of  heaven!  Bread  of  heaven, 

Feed  me  till  I  want  no  more. 
Open  now  the  crystal  fountain, 

Whence  the  healing  waters  flow; 
Let  the  fiety,  cloudy  pillar 

Lead  me  all  my  journey  through; 
Strong  Deliverer,  Strong  Deliverer! 

Be  Thou  still  my  strength  and  shield. 
When  I  tread  the  verge  of  Jordan, 

Bid  my  anxious  fears  subside; 
Bear  me  through  the  swelling  current. 

Land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  side: 
Songs  of  praises,  Songs  of  praises 

I  will  ever  give  to  Thee. 

395 

We  bow  our  knees  unto  the  Father 

Of  Christ,  the  Lord  of  earth  and  heaven, 
That  riches  of  His  grace  and  glory 

And  power  for  service  may  be  given. 
We  are  waiting  for  the  promise  of  the  Father— 

For  the  Holy  Spirit's  power ; 
O  our  Father,  for  Thy  Spirit  we  are  waiting,  even  now, 
this  very  hour. 
II:  "We  are  waiting  for  His  coming,  :!l 
For  the  Holy  Spirit's  power ; 
O  our  Fath-er,/or  Thy  Spirit  we  are  waiting,  even  now, 

this  very  hour. 
O  fill  the  inward  man  with  power. 

As  Christ  within  our  hearts  doth  dwell; 
Our  root  in  Him,  though  storms  may  lower, 

Victorious  love  we  still  shall  tell. 
The  love  that  passeth  knowledge  give  us, 

Its    height    and    depth    and    breadth    and 
Abundantly  beyond  our  asking,  [length: 

Beyond  our  thought  give  us  Thy  strength.: 
atfThy  power  it  is  that  worketh  in  us, 

O  multiply  it  here  to-day, 
0  And  Christ,  our  Lord,  shall  have  the  glory 
lii  '    Within  His  church  through  end'less  day. 

0 

m 

ve, 
jepit 


396 

€oME,  praise  the  Lord,  exalt  His  name, 

Our  Saviour  and  our  King; 
'Tis  meet  we  should  His  praise  proclaim, 

And  hallelujah  sing. 
How  great,  how  precious  is  His  name, 

How  poar  the  praise  we  bring; 
His  people  still  should  own  His  claim. 
And  hallelujah  aing 


A  day  will  come,  its  dawn  we  greet. 

When  heaven  itself  shall  ring. 
And  all  the  saints  with  joy  shall  meet 
And  hallelujah  sing. 

397 

Sometimes  I  catch  sweet  glimpses  of  His  face^ 

But  that  is  all; 
Sometimes  He  looks  on  me  and  seems  to  smile, 

But  that  is  all; 
Sometimes  He  speaks  a  passing  word  of  peace, 

But  that  is  all; 
Sometimes  I  think  I  hear  His  loving  voice 

Upon  me  call. 

And  is  this  all  He  meant  when  first  He  said, 

'*  Come  unto  Me?" 
Is  there  no  deeper,  more  enduring  rest 

In  Him  for  thee? 
Is  there  no  steadier  light  for  thee  in  Him? 

O  come  and  see; 
Is  there  no  deeper,  more  enduring  rest 

In  Him  for  thee? 

Nay,  do  not  wrong  Him  by  thy  heavy  thoughts^ 

But  trust  His  love; 
Do  thou  fulljustice  to  His  tenderness, 

His  mercy  prove; 
Take  Him  for  what  He  is,  O  take  Him  all. 

And  look  above; 
And  do  not  wrong  Him  by  thy  heavy  thoughts, 

But  trust  His  love. 

Christ  and  His  love  shall  be  thy  ble&sed  all 

For  evermore; 
Christ  and  His  light  shall  shine  on  all  thy 

For  evermore;  [ways 

Christ  and  His  peace  shall  keep  thy  troubled 

For  evermore;  [soul 

Christ  and  His  love  shall  be  thy  blessed  all 

For  evermore. 

398 

CheistiaN;  walk  carefully,  danger  is  near; 
On  in  thy  journey  with  trembling  and  fear, 
Snares  from  without  and  temptations  within, 
Seek  to  entice  thee  once  more  into  sin. 

II:  Christian,  walk  carefully,  :|| 
Christian,  walk  carefully,  danger  is  near. 
Christian,  walk  cheerfully  through  the  fierce 

storm, 
Dark  thaugh  the  sky  with  its  threats  of  alarm: 
Soon  will  the  clouds  and  the  tempest  be  o'ei, 
Then  with  thy  Saviour  thou' It  rest  ever  more. 

I|:  Christian,  walk  cheerfully,  :  H 
Christian,  walk  cheerfully  through  the  fierce  storm. 
Christian,  walk  prayerfully,  oft  wilt  thou 

fall. 
If  thou  forget  on  thy  Saviour  to  call;      [care. 
Safe  thou  shalt  walk  through  each  trial  an^ 
If  thou  art  clad  in  the  armor  of  prayer. 

II:  Christian,  walk  prayer/ufiy,  :|1 
I  Cliristian,  vf^Ms^prayenftiUy,  fear  lest  thou  fall. 


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Christian,  walk  hopefully,  eorrow  and  pain 
Cease  when  the  haven  of  rest  thou  shalt  gain; 
Then  from  the  lips  of  the  Judge,  thy  reward: 
"Enter  thou  into  the  joy  of  thy  Lord." 

H:  Christian,  walk  hopefuUy,  :l| 
Christian,  walk  UopefuU/y,  rest  tkou  shalt  gain. 

399 

He  holds  the  key  of  all  unknown, 

And  I  am  glad; 
If  other  hands  should  hold  the  key, 
Or,  if  He  trusted  it  to  me, 
I  might  be  sad,  I  might  be  sad. 
What  if  to-morrow's  cares  were  here 

Without  its  rest? 
I'd  rather  He  unlocked  the  day. 
And,  as  the  hours  swing  open,  say, 
"My will  is  best,"  "My  will  is  best." 
The  very  dimness  of  my  sight 

Makes  me  secure; 
For,  groping  in  my  misty  way, 
I  feel  His  hand;  I  hear  Him  say, 
"My  help  is  sure,"  "My  help  is  sure." 
I  can  not  read  His  future  plans. 

But  this  I  know: 
I  have  the  smiling  of  His  face. 
And  all  the  refuge  of  His  grace. 
While  here  below.  While  here  below. 
Enough:  this  covers  all  my  wants, 

And  so  I  rest; 
For  what  I  can  not,  He  can  see. 
And  in  His  care  I  safe  shall  be,— 
Forever  blest.  Forever  blest. 

400 

The  cross,  it  standeth  fast, 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
Defying  every  blast. 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
The  winds  of  hell  have  blown. 
The  world  its  hate  hath  shown, 
Yet  it  is  not  overthrown. 

Hallelujah  for  the  cross! 
I:  Hallelujah,  hallelujah,  hallelujah  for  the  cross, 
Hallelujah,  hallelujah,  it  shall  never  suffer  loss.  :|l 
It  is  the  old  cross  still, 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
Its  triumph  let  us  tell, 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
The  grace  of  God  here  shown. 
Through  Christ,  the  blessed  Son, 
Who  did  for  sin  atone, 

Hallelujah  for  the  cross! 
*Twas  here  the  debt  was  paid, 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
Our  sins  on  Jesus  laid". 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 
8o  round  the  cross  we  sing, 
Of  Christ  our  offering, 
Of  Christ  our  living  King. 

Hallelujah  foi  the  crossi     •^ 


401 

Tou'ee  starting,  my  boy,  on  life's  journey, 

Along  the  grand  highway  of  life; 
You'll  meet  with  a  thousand  temptations- 
Each  city  with  evil  is  rife. 
This  world  is  a  stage  of  excitement. 

There's  danger  wherever  you  go; 
But  if  you  are  tempted  in  weakness, 

Have  courage,  my  boy,  to  say  No! 
II:  Have  courage,  my  boy,  to  say  No!:B 
||:Have  courage,  my  boy,:|| 
Have  courage,  my  boy,  to  say  Nol 
In  courage,  my  boy,  lies  your  safety, 

When  you  the  long  journey  begin; 
Your  trust  in  a  heavenly  Father 

Will  keep  you  unspotted  from  sin. 
Temptations  will  go  on  increasing. 

As  streams  from  a  rivulet  flow; 
But  if  you'd  be  true  to  your  manhood, 

Have  courage,  my  boy,  to  say  No! 
Be  careful  in  choosing  companions. 

Seek  only  the  brave  and  the  true; 
And  stand  by  your  friends  when  in  trial, 

Ne'er  changing  the  old  for  the  new; 
And  when  by  false  friends  you  are  tempted 

The  taste  of  the  wine-cup  to  know. 
With  firmness,  with  patience  and  kindness, 

Have  courage,  my  boy,  to  say  No! 

402 

Choose  I  must,  and  soon  must  choos* 

Holiness,  or  heaven  lose; 

While  what  heaven  loves,  I  hate, 

Shut  for  me  is  heaven's  gate; 

Endless  sin  means  endless  woe; 

Into  endless  sin  I  go 

If  my  soul,  from  reason  rent. 

Takes  from  sin  its  final  bent. 

As  the  stream  its  channel  grooves, 

And  within  that  channel  moves, 

So  doth  habit's  deepest  tide 

Groove  its  bed,  and  there  abide. 

Light  obeyed  increaseth  light. 

Light  resisted  bringeth  night; 

Who  shall  give  me  will  to  choose, 

If  the  love  of  light  I  lose? 

Speed,  my  soul;  this  insta«it  yield; 

Let  the  Light  its  sceptre  wield: 

While  thy  God  prolongeth  grace. 

Haste  thee  toward  His  holy  face!, 

403 

Some  day  we  say,  and  turn  our  eyes 

Tow'rd  the  fair  hills  of  Paradise: 

Some  day,  some  time,  a  sweet  new  rest 

Shall  blossom,  flower-like,  in  each  breast; 

II:  Some  day,  some  time,  our  eyes  shall  see 

The  faces  kept  in  memory;  :|| 

Some  day  their  hands  shall  clasp  our  hand, 

|:  Just  over  in  the  morning  land;  :|| 

Some  day  their  hands  shall  clasp  our  hand, 

Just  over  in  th-e  morning  land; 

O  morning  land!     O  morning  land! 


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Some  day  our  ears  shall  hear  the  song 

Of  triumph  over  sin  and  wrong: 

Some  day,  some  time,  but  oh!  not  yet; 

But  we  will  wait  and  not  forget, 

|:  That  some  day  all  these  things  shall  be, 

And  rest  be  given  to  you  and  me.  :|1 

So  wait,  my  friends,  though  years  move  slow, 

i:  That  happy  time  will  come,  we  know;  ifl 
o  wait,  my  friends,  though  years  move  slow. 
That  happy  time  will  come,  we  know, 
O  morning  land!    O  morning  land! 

404 

CSoKE  to  the  Saviour,  hear  His  loving  voice 

Never  will  you  find  a  Friend  so  true; 
Now  He  is  waiting,  trust  Him  and  rejoice, 

Tenderly  He  calleth  you. 

O,  what  a  Saviour,  standing  at  the  door, 
Haste  while  He  lingers,  pardon  now  implore; 
Still  He  is  waiting,  grieve  His  love  no  more 
Tenderly  He  calleth  you. 
Blest  words  of  comfort,  gently  now  they  fall, 

Jesus  is  the  Life,  the  Truth,  the  Way; 
Come  to  the  fountain,  there  is  room  for  all, 

Jesus  bids  you  come  to-day. 
Softly  the  Spirit  whispers  in  the  heart, 

Do  not  slight  the  Saviour's  offered  grace; 
Gladly  receive  Him,  let  Him  not  depart, 

Happy  they  who  seek  His  face. 
Light  in  the  darkness,  joy  in  any  pain, 

Refuge  for  the  weary  and  oppressed; 
Still  He  is  waiting,  calling  yet  again, 

Come,  and  He  will  give  you  rest. 

405 

O  ooLDEN  day,  O  day  of  God, 

"When  sinless  souls  the  garden  trod! 

In  bliss  supreme,  'neath  sunny  skies. 

In  Eden  fair,  in  Paradise. 

O  Paradise,  sweet  Paradise, 
From  scenes  of  earth  we  long  to  rise, 
O  Paradise,  bright  Paradise, 
Where  Jeaus  reigns  beyond  the  skies. 

The  fatal  fall,  the  sin,  the  shame, 
The  death,  the  doom,  the  sword  aflame, 
The  curse,  the  crime  beyond  disguise. 
The  earth  no  more  is  Paradise. 

The  beaded  brow,  the  silvered  hair. 
The  aching  heart,  the  vacant  chair. 
The  grassy  graves,  the  broken  ties. 
Are  net  the  scenes  of  Paradise. 

To  Christ  the  Lord  upon  the  tree, 
A  sinner  cries: — ''Remember  me!" 
*•  To-day  shalt  thou,"  the  Lord  replies, 
•*Be  with  me  there  in  Paradise." 

O  golden  day  when  Christ  descends. 
The  curse  removes  and  sorrow  ends; 
All  glory-clad,  the  ransomed  rise 
To  reign  with  Him  ia  Paradise. 


406 


I  WILL  sing  the  wondrous  story 

Of  the  Christ  who  died  for  me; 
How  He  left  His  home  in  glory,  ' 

For  the  cross  on  Calvary. 

Yes,  I'll  sing  the  wondrous  story 
Of  the  Christ  who  died  for  me, 
Sing  it  with  the  saints  in  glory. 
Gathered  by  the  crystal  sea. 
I  was  lost,  but  Jesus  found  me, 

Found  the  sheep  that  went  astray; 
Threw  His  loving  arms  around  me, 

Drew  me  back  into  His  way. 
I  was  bruised,  but  Jesus  healed  me, 

Faint  was  I  from  many  a  fall, 
Sight  was  gone,  and  fears  possessed  me^ 

But  He  freed  me  from  them  all. 
Days  of  darkness  still  come  o'er  me, 

Sorrow's  paths  I  often  tread, 
But  the  Saviour  still  is  with  me, 

By  His  hand  I'm  safely  led. 
He  will  keep  me  till  the  river 

Rolls  its  waters  at  my  feet; 
Then  He'll  bear  me  safely  over, 

"Where  the  loved  ones  I  shall  meet. 

407 

Awake,  my  soul,  to  joyful  lays, 
And  sing  thy  great  Redeemer's  praise; 
He  justly  claims  a  song  from  me, 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  free! 
Loving-kindness,  loving-kindness, 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  free! 
He  saw  me  ruined  by  the  fall. 
Yet  loved  me  notwithstanding  all; 
He  saved  me  from  my  lost  estate, 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  great! 
Loving-kindness,  loving-kindness, 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  great! 
Though  numerous  hosts  of  mighty  foes, 
Though  earth  and  hell  my  way  oppose 
He  safely  leads  my  soul  along, 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  strong! 
Loving-kindness,  loving-kindness. 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  strong! 
When  trouble,  like  a  gloomy  cloud, 
Has  gathered  thick,  and  thundered  loud. 
He  near  my  soul  has  always  stood. 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  good! 
Loving-kindness,  loving-kindness. 
His  loving-kindness,  oh,  how  good! 

408 

Well,  wife.  I've  found  the  model  church. 

And  worsniped  there  to-day; 
It  made  me  think  of  good  old  times. 

Before  my  hair  was  gray: 
The  meeting  house  was  finer  builfc 

Than  they  were  years  ago; 
But  then  I  found  when  I  went  in. 

It  was  not  built  for  show 


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The  sexton  did  not  set  me  d6wn, 

Away  back  by  the  door; 
fie  knew  that  1  was  old  and  deaf, 

And  saw  that  I  was  poor; 
He  naust  have  been  a  Christian  man — 

He  led  me  boldly  through 
The  crowded  aisle  of  that  grand  church, 

To  find  a  pleasant  pew. 
.wish  you'd  heard  the  singing,  wife, 

It  had  the  old-time  ring; 
The  preacher  said  with  trumpet  voice, 

Let  all  the  people  sing: 
"  Old  Coronation,"  was  the  tune;i 

The  music  upward  rolled, 
Until  I  thought  the  angel-choir 

Struck  all  their  harps  of  gold. 
My  deafness  seemed  to  melt  away. 

My  spirit  caught  the  fire; 
I  joined  my  feeble,  trembling  voice 

With  that  melodious  choir, 
And  sang,  as  in  my  youthful  days, 

"  Let  angels  prostrate  fall; 
II:  Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem, 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all.  "  :| 
I  tell  you,  wife,  it  did  me  good 

To  sing  that  hymn  once  more; 
1  felt  like  some  wrecked  mariner 

Who  gets  a  glimpse  of  shore; 
I  almost  want  to  lay  aside 

This  weather-beaten  form, 
And  anchor  in  the  blessed  port. 

Forever  from  the  storm. 
*Twas  not  a  flowery  sermon,  wife, 

But  simple  gospel  truth; 
It  fitted  humble  men  like  me; 

It  suited  hopeful  youth; 
To  win  immortal  souls  to  Christ 

The  earnest  preacher  tried; 
He  talked  not  of  himself,  or  creed. 

But  Jesus  crucified. 
Dear  wife,  the  toil  will  soon  be  o'er. 

The  victory  soon  be  won; 
The  shining  land  is  just  ahead. 

Our  race  is  nearly  run: 
We're  nearing  Canaan's  happy  shore, 

Our  home  so  bright  and  fair; 
Thank  God,  we'll  never  sin  again; 

II:  '*  There'll  be  no  sorrow  there,  :| 
In  heaven  a-bove,  where  all  is  love, 

There'll  be  no  sorrow  there." 

409 

The  Spirit  and  the  bride  say,  "Come! 

And  take  the  water  of  life!" 
©  blessed  call!     Good  news  to  all 
Who  tire  of  sin  and  strife. 

II:  The  Spirit  says,  •Come!" 
The  bride  says,  ''Come!" 
And  take  of  the  water  of  life  freely.  rQ 
Let  every  one  who  hears,  say  **ComeJ" 

And  joyful  witness  give. 
1  heard  the  sound.    The  stream  I  found, 
I  drank,  and  now  I  live! 


Te  souls  who  are  athirst,  forsake 

Your  broken  cisterns  first; 
Then  come,  partake,  One  draught  will  »lAk« 

Your  soul's  consuming  thirst. 
Yea,  whosoever  will  may  come, 

Your  longings  Christ  can  fill* 
The  stream  is  free    To  you  and  me. 

And  whosoever  will. 

410 

While  Jesus  whispers  to  yon. 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
While  we  are  praying  for  you, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Now  is  the  time  to  own  Him, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Now  is  the  time  to  know  Him, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Are  you  too  heavy  laden? 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Jesus  will  bear  your  burden. 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Jesus  will  not  deceive  you, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Jesus  will  now  receive  you, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Oh,  hear  His  tender  pleading. 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
Come  and  receive  the  blessing. 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
While  Jesus  whispers  to  you. 

Come,  sinner,  come! 
While  we  are  praying  for  you, 

Come,  sinner,  come! 

411 

When  the  mists  have  rolled  in  splend 

From  the  beauty  of  the  hills. 
And  the  sunlight  falls  in  gladness 

On  the  river  and  the  rills. 
We  recall  our  Father's  promise 

In  the  rainbow  of  the  spray; 
We  shall  know  each  other  better 
When  the  mists  have  rolled  away. 
We  shall  know  as  we  are  known. 

Never  more  to  walk  alone, 
In  the  dawning  of  the  morning 

Of  that  bright  and  happy  day: 
We  shall  know  each  other  better 
When  the  mists  have  rolled  away. 
Oft  we  tread  the  path  before  us 

With  a  weary-burdened  heart; 
Oft  we  toil  amid  the  shadows. 
And  our  fields  are  far  apart: 
But  the  Saviour's   "  Come,  ye  blessed,** 

All  our  labor  will  repay. 
When  we  gather  in  the  morn'ng 

Where  the  misto  have  roiled  away. 
We  shall  come  with  joy  and  jiadnesa, 

We  shall  gather  round  the  throne; 

Face  to  face  with  those  that  love  us. 

We  shall  know  as  we  are  known; 


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And  the  song  of  our  redemption 
Shall  resound  through  endless  daj, 

When  the  shadows  have  departed, 
And  the  mists  have  rolled  away. 

412 

Satiotte,  again  to  Thy  dear  name  we  raise 

With  one  accord  our  parting  hymn  of  praise: 

Once  more  we  bless  Thee  ere  our  worship 
cease, 

Then,  lowly  kneeling,  wait  Thy  word  of  peace. 

Grant  us  Thy  peace  upon  our  homeward  way; 

With  Thee  begun,  with  Thee  shall  end  the 
day;  [shame, 

Guard  Thou  the  lips  from  sin,  the  hearts  from 

That  in  this  house  have  called  upon  Thy  name. 

Grant  us  Thy  peace,  Lord,  through  the  com- 
ing night, 

Turn  Thou  for  us  its  darkness  into  light; 

From  harm  and  danger  keep  Thy  children 
free, 

For  dark  and  light  are  both  alike  to  Thee. 

Grant  us  Thy  peace  throughout  our  earthly 
life, 

Our  balm  in  sorrow,  and  our  stay  in  strife: 

Then,  when  Thy  voice  shall  bid  our  conflict 
cease. 

Call  us,  O  Lord,  to  Thine  eternal  peace. 

413 

Christ  has  for  sin  atonement  made, 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
We  are  redeemed!  the  price  is  paid! 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
What  a  wonderful  Saviour  is  Jesus,  my  Jesus  I 
What  a  wonderful  Saviour  is  Jesus,  my  Lord  ! 
I  prais«  Him  for  the  cleansing  blood, 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
That  reconciled  my  soul  to  God; 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
He  cleansed  my  heart  from  all  its  sin, 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
And  now  He  reigns  and  rules  therein; 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
He  walks  beside  me  in  the  way, 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
And  keeps  me  faithful  day  by  day; 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
He  gives  me  overcoming  power, 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
And  triumph  in  each  trying  hour; 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
To  Him  I've  given  all  my  heart. 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 
The  world  shall  never  share  a  part; 

What  a  wonderful  Saviour! 

414 

A  MiOHTT  fortress  is  our  God, 

A  bulwark  never  failing; 
Our  Helper  He,  amid  the  flood 

Of  mortal  ills  prevailing. 


For  still  our  ancient  foe 
Doth  seek  to  work  his  woe: 
His  craft  and  power  are  great, 
And  armed  with  cruel  hate — 
On  earth  is  not  his  equal. 
Did  we  in  our  own  strength  confide, 

Our  striving  would  be  losing; 
Were  not  the  right  man  on  our  side. 
The  man  of  God's  own  choosing. 
Doth  ask  who  that  may  be? 
Christ  Jesus,  it  is  He! 
Lord  Sabaoth  is  His  name. 
From  a^e  to  age  the  same; 
And  He  must  win  the  battle. 
And  though  this  world,  with  devils  filled, 

Should  threaten  to  undo  us; 
We  will  not  fear,  for  God  hath  willed 
His  truth  to  triumph  through  us. 
Let  goods  ana  kindred  go, 
This  mortal  life  also; 
The  body  they  may  kill; 
God's  truth  abideth  still, 
His  kingdom  is  forever. 

415 

Beneath  the  glorious  throne  aboye, 

The  crystal  fountain  springing, 
A  river  full  of  life  and  love, 

Is  joy  and  gladness  bringing. 

O  glorious  fountain,  now  flowing  so  free, 

O  fountain  of  cleansing,  opened  wide  to  me^ 
Through  all  my  soul  its  waters  flow, 

Through  all  my  nature  stealing; 
And  deep  within  my  heart  I  know 

The  consciousness  of  healing. 
The  barren  wastes  are  fruitful  lands, 

The  desert  blooms  with  roses; 
And  He,  the  glory  of  all  lands, 

His  lovely  face  discloses. 
My  sun  no  more  goes  down  by  day, 

My  moon  no  more  is  waning; 
My  feet  run  swift  the  shining  way. 

The  heavenly  portals  gaining. 
Oh,  depth  of  mercy!  breadth  of  gracel 

Oh,  love  of  God  unbounded! 
My  soul  is  lost  in  sweet  amaze. 

By  wondrous  love  confounded. 

416 

Heae  us,  0  Saviour,  while  we  pray. 

Humbly  our  need  confessing; 
Grant  us  the  promised  showers  to-day, 
Send  them  upon  us,  O  Lord. 
Send  showers  of  blessing  ; 
Send  showers  refreshing ; 
Send  us  showers  of  blessing ; 
Send  them.  Lord,  we  praj. 
Knowing  Thy  love,  on  Thee  we  call, 

Boldly  Thy  throne  addressing; 
Pleading  that  showers  of  grace  may  fall,« 
Send  them  up /-v  ^  _  ..  


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Trusting  Thy  word  that  can  not  fail, 

Master,  we  claim  Thy  pronaise; 
Oh  that  our  faith  may  now  prevail, — 

Send  us  the  showers,  O  Lord. 

417 

I'TB  learned  to  sing  a  glad  new  song 

Of  praise  unto  our  King! 
And  now  with  all  my  ransomed  powers 

His  praises  I  will  sing. 
His  praises  I  will  sing, 
He  ii^my  Lord  and  King  ; 
And  now  with  all  my  ransomed  powers 
His  praises  I  will  sing. 
I've  learned  to  sing  the  song  of  peace, 

'Tis  sweeter  every  day, 
Since  Jesus  calmed  my  troubled  soul, 

And  bore  my  sins  away. 
I  sing  the  song  of  perfect  love. 

It  casteth  out  all  fear! 
O  breadth,  O  length,  O  depth,  O  height! 

O  love  80  full  of  cheer! 
I've  learned  to  sin»  the  song  of  joy, 

My  cup  is  running  o'er. 
With  blessings  full  of  peace  and  love, 

And  still  there's  more  and  more! 
Soon  I  shall  sing  the  new,  new  song 

Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb, 
With  all  the  sainted  hosts  above, 

Before  the  great  I  AM. 

418 

Hope  on,  hope  on,  O  troubled  heart, 

If  doubts  and  fears  o'ertake  thee, 
Remember  this — the  Lord  hath  said. 

He  never  will  forsake  thee; 
Then  murmur  not,  still  bear  thy  lot. 

Nor  yield  to  care  or  sorrow; 
Be  sure  the  clouds  that  frown  to-day 

Will  break  in  smiles  to-morrow. 
Hope  on,  hope  on,  though  dark  and  deep 

The  shadows  gather  o'er  thee; 
Be  not  dismayed;  thy  Saviour  holds 

The  lamp  of  life  before  thee; 
And  if  He  will  that  thou  to-day 

Shouldst  tread  the  vale  of  sorrow 
Be  not  afraid,  but  trust  and  wait; 

The  sun  will  shine  to-morrow. 
Hope  on,  hope  on,  go  bravely  forth 

Through  trial  ana  temptation, 
Directed  by  the  worth  of  truth. 

So  full  of  consolation; 
There  is  a  calm  for  every  storm, 

A  joy  for  every  sorrow, 
A  night  from  which  the  soul  shall  wake 

To  hail  an  endless  morrow. 

419 

Why  do  you  linger,  why  do  you  stay 
In  the  broad  road,  that  most  dangerous  way— 
While  right  before  you,  narrow  and  strait, 
■»_  .a_    ,..  ._».x  --^^^Y  to  heaven's  pearly  gate? 


||:  Narrow  and  strait,  :|| 
Is  the  bright  pathway  to  heaven's  pearly  gate. 
Do  you  find  pleasures,  lasting  and  pure. 
In  the  gay  scenes  that  the  thoughtless  allure— • 
While  your  Redeemer,  with  love  so  great, 
Points  to  the  way  that  is  narrow  and  strait? 
Come,  then,  beloved,  no  longer  stay: 
Leave  the  broad  highway,  O  leave  it  lo-day; 
Make  your  decision,  oh,  do  not  wait; 
Take  thou  the  pathway  so  narrow  and  strait. 

420 

Mt  soul  at  last  a  rest  hath  found, 

A  rest  that  will  not  fail; 
A  sure  and  certain  anch' rage-ground 
In  Christ  within  the  vail, 
O  Rock  of  Ages,  cleft  for  me, 

Ih  Thee  my  soul  securely  hide ; 
My  tower  of  strength,  I  fly  to  Thee, 
And  safely  there  abide. 
I'll  hide  me  in  this  refuge  strong, 

From  every  stormy  blast; 
And  sit  and  sing  until  the  waves' 

Of  wrath  are  overpast. 
Ye  comfortless  and  tempest-tost. 

By  sins  and  woes  opprest. 
Ye  tempted,  troubled,  ruined,  lost. 

Come  find  in  Christ  your  rest. 
Ye  thirsty,  from  this  smitten  Rock 

Life's  crystal  waters  spring; 
There  hide  from  every  stormy  shock. 
And  rest,  and  drink,  and  sing. 


421 

Jesus  saves!  0  blessed  story, 

Full  of  love  and  peace  divine, 
Bursting  from  the  realms  of  glory^ 
Echoing  through  this  world  of  tina«, 
Jesus  saves!  O  glory!  gloryl 

Shout  the  tidings  o'er  and  o'er| 
Tell  to  all  the  earth  the  story, 
Jesus  saves  for  evermore. 
Jesus  saves!  O,  who  can  fathom 

All  the  fullness  of  His  love? 
He  once  died  for  our  redemption. 

Now  He  wait«  for  us  above. 
Jesus  saves!    O  sinner,  hearken 

To  the  call  of  love  to-day; 
There's  no  other  way  to  heaven, 
Jesus  is  the  only  way. 


422 


How  sweet  the  joy  that  fills  my  souk 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer: 
His  precious  blood  has  made  me  wholes 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
My  sins  were  all  upon  Him  laid, 
A  full  atonement  He  hath  made. 
For  me  He  hath  the  ransom  paid: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer. 


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91 


Though  Satan  oft  my  way  oppose: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
With  this  I  boldly  meet  my  foes: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
'Twas  thia  that  gave  me  life  and  light, 
•Tis  this  that  nerves  me  for  the  fight, 
*Ti3  this  my  hope  that  shines  so  bright: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer. 
When  trials  come  I  still  confess, 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
He  gives  mo  grace  each  care  to  bless: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
He  guides  and  keeps  me  day  by  day, 
He  closer  comes  when  dark  the  way, 
He  doth  with  this  my  fears  allay; 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer. 
The  victory  by  this  I  gain: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
By  this  I  break  sin's  galling  chain: 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer; 
And  if  He  tarry  and  I  sleep, 
My  dying  hour  this  hope  shall  keep, 
That  when  He  comes  the  grave  to  reap, 

Christ  is  my  Redeemer. 

423 

Lbad  to  the  shadow  of  the  Rock  of  Refuge 

My  weary  feet:  [ing 

Qire  me  the  water  from  the  life  stream  flow- 
Clear,  pure,  and  sweet. 
There  from  the  billows  and  the  tempest  hiding, 
Under  the  shelter  of  Thy  love  abiding, 
Safe  in  the  shadow  of  the  "Rock  of  Ages," 
Joy  shall  be  mine. 
Ii€ad  to  the  shadow  of  the  Rock  Eternal 

My  heart  oppressed; 
There  in  the  secret  of  Tny  holy  presence, 

Calm  shall  I  rest. 
Lead  to  the  shadow  of  the  **  Rock  of  Agea," 
O  keep  thou  me  [tions. 

Safe  from  the  arrows  of  the  world's  tempta- 
Close,  close  to  Thee. 

424 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee  for  light. 
Restore  to  me  my  blinded  sight. 
And  from  my  soul  dispel  the  night — 

B:  Jesus,  to  Thee  I  come!  :B 
Jesus,  I  come — I  can  not  stay 
From  Thee  another  precious  day; 
I  would  Thy  word  at  once  obey^ 

J:  Jesus,  to  Thee  I  come!  :8 
Jesus,  I  come — "just  as  I  am," 
To  Thee,  the  holy,  spotless  Lamb; 
Thou  wilt  my  troubled  spirit  calm— 

|:  Jesus,  to  Thee  I  come!  :|| 

425 

RiDB  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 

Hark!  all  the  tribes  hosanna  cry! 

O  Saviour  meek,  pursue  Thy  road 

With  palms  and  scattered  garments  strewed. 


Ride  on,  ride  on  in  majestyl 

In  lowly  pomp,  ride  on  to  die. 
Ride  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 
The  angel  armies  of  the  sky 
Look  down  with  sad  and  wondering  ejM 
To  see  the  approaching  Sacrifice. 

Ride  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 
The  last  and  fiercest  strife  is  nigh; 
The  Father  on  His  sapphire  throne; 
Awaits  His  own  anointed  Son. 

Ride  on!  ride  on  in  majesty! 

In  lowly  pomp  ride  on  to  die; 

Bow  Thy  meek  head  to  mortal  pain, 

Then  take,  O  God,  Thy  power  and  reigv 

426 

OuB  Saviour  will  descend  again, 

Earth's  buried  millions  raising; 
With  Him  will  come  a  glorious  train, 
Adoring  Him  and  praising. 

Raise  high  the  song  that  loud  and  long 

Before  Him  ceaseth  never, 
Till,  casting  down  each  golden  crown, 
We  worship  Him  forever. 
And  though  these  bodies  lie  in  dust 

Before  that  glad  appearing. 
Yet  shall  they  stand  among  the  just, 
Our  Saviour's  image  wearing. 

What   though   earth's    gathering     tempesto 
And  ages  pass  in  sadness?  [lowet^ 

Yet  we  may  see  that  glorious  hour. 
And  hail  the  dawn  Miith  gladness. 

Then  safe  at  last,  this  blessed  throng. 

Set  free  from  tribulation, 
Shall  ever  praise  in  holy  song 

The  God  of  their  salvation. 

427 

*Tis  a  true  and  faithful  saying, 

Jesus  died  for  sinful  men; 
Though  we've  told  the  story  often 
We  must  tell  it  o'er  again. 
O  glad  and  glorious  Gospel ! 
With  joy  we  now  proclaim 
A  full  and  free  salvation, 
Through  faith  In  Jesus'  name. 
He  has  made  a  full  atonement. 
Now  His  saving  work  is  done; 
He  has  satisfied  the  Father, 

Who  accepts  us  in  His  Son. 
Still  upon  His  hands  the  nail-prints, 

And  the  scars  upon  His  brow, 
Our  Redeemer,  Lord  and  Saviour 
In  the  glory  standeth  now. 

But  remember  this  same  Jesus 
In  the  clouds  will  come  again, 

And  with  Him  His  blood-bought  peopU 
Evermore  shall  T -"  ----- 


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428 

While  we  pray,  and  while  we  plead, 
While  you  see'your  soul's  deep  need, 
While  your  Father  calls  you  home, 
Will  you  not,  my  brother,  come? 
!1:  Why  not  now  ?  ^vhy  not  now  ? 
Why  not  come  to  Jesus  now  ?  :1| 
You  have  wandered  far  away; 
Do  not  risk  another  day; 
De  not  turn  from  God  your  face. 
But,  to-day,  accept  His  grace. 
In  the  world  you've  failed  to  find 
Aught  of  peace  for  troubled  mind; 
Come  to  Christ,  on  Him  believe. 
Peace  and  joy  you  shall  receive. 
Dome  to  Christ,  confession  make; 
v^ome  to  Christ  and  pardon  take; 
Trust  in  Him  from  day  to  day, 
Uv  will  keep  you  all  the  way. 

429 

CoNQtrEEiNG  now  and  still  to  conquer, 

Rideth  a  King  in  His  might, 
Leading  the  host  of  all  the  faithful 

Into  the  midst  of  the  fight; 
Bee  them  with  courage  advancing. 

Clad  in  their  brilliant  array, 
Shouting  the  name  of  their  leader. 

Hear  them  exultingly  say; 

"  Not  to  the  strong  is  the  battle. 
Not  to  the  swift  is  the  race. 
Yet  to  the  true  and  the  faithful 
Vict  ry  is  promised  through  grace." 
<!k)nquering  now  and  still  to  conquer: 

Who  is  this  wonderful  King? 
Whence  all  the  armies  which  He  leadeth, 

While  of  His  glory  they  sing? 
He  is  our  Lord  and  "Redeemer, 

Saviour  and  Monarch  divine. 
They  are  the  stars  that  forever 

Bright  in  His  kingdom  will  shine. 
Conquering  now  and  still  to  conquer, 

Jesus,  Thou  Ruler  of  all, 
Thrones  and  their  scepters  all  shall  perish, 

Crowns  and  their  splendor  shall  fall; 
Tet  shall  the  armies  Thou  leadest, 

Faithful  and  true  to  the  last, 
Find  in  Thy  mansions  eternal. 

Rest  when  their  warfare  is  past. 

430 

Holt  Ghost,  with  light  divine, 
Shine  upon  this  heart  of  mine;  ] 
Chase  the  shades  of  night  away, 
Turn  my  darkness  into  day. 
Holy  Ghost,  with  power  divine, 
Cleanse  this  guilty  heart  of  mine; 
Long  hath  sin,  without  control, 
Held  dominion  o'er  my  soul. 
Holy  Ghost,  with  joy  divine. 
Cheer  this  saddened  heart  of  mine; 
Bid  my  many  woes  depart, 
"  al  my  wounded,  bleeding  heart. 


Holy  Spirit,  all  divine, 
Dwell  within  this  heart  of  mine; 
Cast  down  every  idol-throne, 
Reign  supreme— and  reign  alone, 

431 

Rkjoice!  ye  saints,  again  rejoice! 

And  sing  with  one  accord; 
Rejoice  with  all  your  heart  and  voice. 

In  Christ  your  risen  Lord. 

Rejoice,  rejoice  in  the  Lord  I 

Rejoice  in  the  Lord  alway ; 
Rejoice,  rejoice  in  the  Lord  1 
And  again,  I  say,  rejoice  I 
Rejoice!  rejoice!  lift  up  your  head. 

And  praise  the  living  God, 
That  for  your  souls  the  Saviour  shed 

His  own  most  precious  blood. 
Rejoice!  rejoice!  let  praise  abound 

Before  Jehovah's  throne. 
For  dead  ones  raised,  and  lost  ones  found, 

And  prodigals  brought  home. 
Rejoice!  rejoice!  the  Lord  will  come. 

According  to  His  word, 
And  gather  all  His  ransomed  home, 

"For  ever  with  the  Lord." 

432 

Never  shone  a  light  so  fair. 

Never  fell  so  sweet  a  song, 
As  the  chorus  in  the  air 

Chanted  by  the  angel-throng. 
Every  star  took  up  the  story: 
Christ  has  come,  the  Prince  of  glory. 
Come  in  humble  hearts  to  dwell, 
God  with  us,  God  with  us, 
God  with  us,  Immanuel. 
Still  that  Jubilee  of  song 

Breaks  upon  the  rising  morn; 
While  the  anthem  rolls  along^ 

Floods  of  light  the  earth  adorn; 
Old  and  young  take  up  the  story: 

Christ  has  come,  etc. 
Welcome  now  the  blessed  day 

When  we  praise  the  Lord  our  King; 
When  we  meet  to  praise  and  pray, 

And  His  love  with  gladness  sing; 
Let  the  world  take  up  the  story: 
Christ  has  come,  etc. 

433 

O  Beethren,  rise  and  sing 
IMake  hallelujahs  ring. 
To  our  Almighty  King, 

And  bless  His  name. 
II:  Hallelujah,  hallelujah, 

Hallelujah,  bless  Hia  name!  :| 
Tie  wins  for  us  the  fight. 
He  makes  our  darkness  light; 
All  dreary  doubts  take  flight 

When  He  appears. 


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I  No  lack  or  want  have  they 

I'  "Wlio  make  the  Lord  their  stay; 

New  strength  for  every  day 
His  grace  supplies. 

O  trust  Him  then  to  guide, 

Antd  for  His  own  provide; 

Should  weal  or  woe  betiae, 
ft  Trust  to  the  end. 

434 

OsiB  day  the  Shepherd  passed,  and  turnina, 

"  Come,  follow  me;  "  [said, 

What  wonder  that  in  haste  I  rose, 

So  kind  was  He! 
He  led  me  through  green  pasture  land, 

By  waters  still; 
With  such  a  Guide,  who  would  not  follow, 

Go  where  He  will? 
From  out  no  other  eye  had  ever  beamed 

Such  love  on  me; 
Good  Shepherd,  lead,  and  I  will  follow 

Hard  after  Thee. 
Black  clouds  were  gathering  on  a  blacker 

World  all  so  drear,  [sky,  the 

,Dpon  the  night- wind  rose  the  cry  of 

One  in  great  fear. 
Dear  Lord,  the  darkness  falls  upon  me, 

I  can  not  see; 
My  feet  are  stumbling  on  the  mountains; 
j  Oh!  succor  me. 

ind  soon  there  came  a  loving  call  in  answer, 

"Be  not  afraid; 
Mine  eyes  shall  guide  the  blind  ones,  and  the 

Mine  arm  shall  aid."  [weary 

ffone  ever  perished  following  Jesue  fully. 

No,  never  one; 
the  weakest  lambs  are  carried  in  His  bosom. 

Brought  safely  home.  [and 


435 

O  WAKDERiKO  souls,  why  longer  roam 

Away  from  God,  away  from  home? 

The  Saviour  calls,  O  hear  Him  say,— 

Whoever  will  may  come  to-day. 

All  praise  and  glory  be  unto  Jesus, 
For  He  hath  purchased  a  full  salvation ; 
Behold  how  wondrous  the  proclamation, 
"  Whosoever  will  may  come !  " 

Behold  His  hands  extended  now; 

The  dews  of  night  are  on  His  brow; 

He  knocks.  He  calls.  He  waiteth  still; 

Oh,  come  to  Him,  whoever  will. 

In  simple  faith  His  word  believe, 

And  His  abundant  grace  receive; 

No  love  like  His  the  heart  can  fill; 

Oh,  come  to  Him,  whoever  will. 

The  "Spirit  and  the  Bride  say,  come!" 

And  find  in  Him  sweet  rest  and  home; 

Let  Him  that  heareth  echo  still 

The  blessed  *  ^whosoever  will.' 


436 

Heak  me,  blessed  Jesus, 

Bid  all  fear  depart; 
Let  Thy  Spirit  whisper 
Peace  within  my  heart. 

Then,  whate'er  Thou  sendesir 

Happy  shall  I  be, 
Jesus,  my  Redeemer, 
Looking  unto  Thee. 
Let  me  fully  trust  Thee, 
Resting  on  Thy  Word; 
Let  me  still  with  patience 

Wait  on  Thee,  0  Lord. 
Hiding  in  the  shadow 

Of  Thy  sheltering  wings^ 
I  shall  rest  confiding 
In  the  King  of  kings. 

437 

Tes,  we'll  meet  again  in  the  morning. 

In  the  dawn  of  a  fairer  day; 
When  the  night  of  watching  and  waiting. 

With  its  darkness  has  passed  away. 
Where  no  shadows  veil  the  sunshine. 

Over  there  in  the  heavenly  land, 
And  the  crystal  waves  of  the  river 

Ever  flow  o'er  the  golden  sand. 
Where  our  precious  ones  now  are  dwelling, 

Free  from  toil  and  from  every  care; 
With  their  garments  spotless  and  shining. 

Like  the  robes  that  the  angels  wear. 
When  our  pilgrimage  completed. 

And  our  footsteps  no  longer  roam, 
By  the  pearly  gates  gladly  waiting, 

They  will  give  us  a  welcome  home. 
O  what  joy  when  all  shall  be  over, 

And  the  journey  on  earth  we  close, 
And  the  angels  homeward  shall  bear  us 

Where  the  life-stream  forever  flows. 
We  shall  see  the  King  of  glory. 

We  shall  praise  Him  with  harp  and  voic«« 
We  shall  sing  the  grace  that  redeemed  us. 

While  our  hearts  in  His  love  rejoice. 

438 

QiED  on  the  sword  and  armor! 

Go  raise  the  banner  high! 
The  Captain  of  Salvation 
To  thee  is  ever  nigh. 

Then  wave  the  glorious  banner  I 

Press  forward  in  His  name ; 
And  soon  Thy  Guide  and  Captain 
Will  victory  proclaim. 
Gird  on  the  sword  and  armor! 

Let  faith  be  thy  strong  shield; 
His  promise  shall  su-stain  thee 
On  every  battle  field. 

Gird  on  the  sword  and  armor!      "^ 

Press  on  the  foe  to  fight; 
No  enemy  can  harm  thee. 

For  God  sustains  the  right. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


439 


How  do  I  know  my  sins  forgiven? 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so! 
Tkat  now  I  am  an  heir  of  heaven? 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so! 

Away  with  doubt,  away  with  fear, 

When  this  by  faith  I  know  ; 
God's  word  shall  stand  for  evermore : 
My  Saviour  tePls  me  so. 
By  trusting  Christ  the  witness  came, 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so! 
The  pardon's  free  in  Jesus'  name: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so. 
Believe  and  thou  shalt  surely  live: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so! 
The  Spirit's  witness  God  will  give: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so. 
Though  rough  the  way,  I  shall  e4idure: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so! 
His  sheep  are  ever  kept  secure: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so. 
How  do  I  know  I'll  live  again? 

My  SavioAir  tells  me  so! 
ITith  Christ  in  glory  I  shall  reign: 

My  Saviour  tells  me  so. 

440 

Hix>E  me,  O  my  Saviour,  hide  me 

In  Thy  holy  place; 
Resting  there  beneath  Thy  glory, 
O  let  me  see  Thy  face. 
Hide  me,  hide  me  1 
O  blessed  Saviour,  hide  me ; 
O  Saviour,  keep  me 
Safely,  O  Lord,  with  Thee. 
Hide  me,  when  the  storm  is  raging 

O'er  life's  troubled  sea; 
Like  a  dove  on  ocean's  billows, 

O  let  me  fly  to  Thee. 
Hide  me,  when  my  heart  is  breaking 

With  its  weight  of  woe; 

When  in  tears  I  seek  the  comfort 

Thou  canst  alone  bestow. 

441 

Throw  out  the  Life-Line  across  the  dark  wave. 
There  is  a  brother  whom  some  one  should 

save; 
Somebody's  brother!  oh,  who  then,  will  dare 
To  throw  out  the  Life-Line,  his  peril  toshaxe? 
II:  Throw  out  the  Life-Line !  : 
Some  one  is  drifting  away ; 
(!:  Throw  out  the  Life-Line  1  :|| 
Some  one  is  sinking  to-day. 
Throw  out  the  Life-Line  with  hand  quick  and 

strong: 
Why  do  you  tarry,  why  linger  so  long? 
Bee!  he  is  sinking;  oh,  hasten  to-day — 
And  out  with    the    Life-Boat!    away,   then, 


Throw  out  the  Life-Line  to  danger-fraught 

men, 
Sinking  in  anguish  where  you've  never  been: 
Winds  of  temptation  and  billows  of  woe 
Will  soon   hurl  them  out  where   the  dark 

waters  flow. 
Soon  will  the  season  of  rescue  be  o'er. 
Soon  will  they  drift  to  eternity's  shore. 
Haste  then,  my  brother,  no  time  for  delay, 
But  throw  out  the  Life-Line  and  save  them, 

to-day. 

442 

O  woBSHiP  the  King,  all-glorious  abovel 
And  gratefully  sing  His  wonderful  love; 
Our  Shield  and  De^nder,  the  Ancient  of  days, 
Pavilioned    in    splendor,    and    girded   with 

praise. 
O  tell  of  His  might,  and  sing  of  His  grace, 
Whose  robe  is  the  light,  whose  canopy  space; 
His  chariots  of  wrath  the  deep  thunder-clouds 

form,  [storm. 

And  dark  is  His  path  on  the  wings  of  the 
Thy  bountiful  care,  what  tongue  can  recite? 
It  breathes  in  the  air.  it  shines  in  the  light; 
It  streams  from  the  nills,  it  descends  to  the 

plain. 
And  sweetly  distills  in  the  dew  and  the  rain. 
Frail  children  of  dust,  and  feeble  as  frail, 
In  Thee  do  we  trust,  nor  find  Thee'  to  fail — 
Thy  mercies,  how  tender!    How  firm  to  the 

end. 
Our  Maker,  Defender,  Bedeemer,  and  Friend. 

443 

Holt  Spirit,  Teacher  Thou, 
At  the  throne  of  grace  we  bow; 
Come,  perform  Thine  office  now 

Teach  us  evermore. 
Holy  Spirit,  teach  us  ever, 
Comfort,  guide,  and  leave  us  never; 
Dwell  within  us,  we  implore, 
Now  and  evermore. 
Comforter  indeed  Thou  art^ 
Giving  strength  to  every  heart; 
Let  Thy  presence  ne'er  depart, 

Comfort  evermore. 
Bent  to  be  our  Guide  to-day, 
Keep  us  in  the  narrow  way; 
Grant  that  we  may  never  stray, 

Guide  us  evermore. 
Teacher,  Comforter,  and  Guide, 
In  our  hearts  do  Thou  abide; 
And  in  life,  whate'er  betide. 

Help  us  evermore. 

444 

Peeach  the  gospel,  sound  it  forth. 
Tell  of  free  and  full  salvation; 

Spread  the  tidings  o'er  the  earth, 
Go  to  every  nioe  and  nation. 
Spread  the  joyful  tidings  in  anthem  and  storji 
Jesus  hath  redeemed  us,  0  give  Him  the  glor;;; 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Preach  the  gospel  full  of  joy, 

While  on  grace  and  mercy  dwelling; 
Heart  and  soul  in  full  employ, 

As  the  story  you  are  telling. 
Preach  the  gospel,  make  it  clear, 

By  the  blood  of  Christ  remission; 
Give  the  message,  make  them  hearj 

This  alone  is  our  commission. 
Preach  the  gospel  full  of  love, 

Christ's  compassion  fully  knowing; 
Seek  the  power  from  above. 

While  His  great  compassion  showing. 
Preach  the  gospel  as  if  God 

Sinners  lost  through  you  were  seeking: 
His  salvation  through  the  word, 

Speak  as  if  the  Lord  were  speaking. 

'445 

I  AM  trusting  Thee,  Lord  Jesus, 

Trusting  only  Thee! 
Trusting  Thee  for  full  salvation, 

Great  and  free. 
I  am  trusting, 
Trusting  only  Thee ! 
I  am  trusting,  trusting, 
Trusting  only  Thee. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  for  pardon, 

At  Thy  feet  I  bow; 
For  Thy  grace  and  tender  mercy, 

Trusting  now. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  for  cleansing 

In  the  crimson  flood; 
Trusting  Thee  to  make  me  holy 

By  Thy  blood. 
I  am  trusting  Thee  for  power, 

Thine  can  never  fail; 
Words  which  Thou  Thyself  shalt  give  me, 

Must  prevail. 
I  am  trusting  Thee,  Lord  Jesus, 

Never  let  me  fall; 
I  am  trusting  Thee  for  ever, 

And  for  all. 

446 

Aftee  the  toil  and  trouble, 

There  cometh  a  day  of  rest; 
After  the  weary  conflict. 

Peace  on  the  Saviour's  breast; 
After  the  care  and  sorrow, 

The  glory  of  light  and  love; 
After  the  wilderness  journey. 

The  Father's  bright  home  abore. 

After  the  night  of  darkness. 

The  shadows  all  flee  away; 
After  the  day  of  sadness, 

Hope  sheds  her  brightest  ray; 
After  the  strife  and  struggle, 

The  victory  is  won; 
After  the  work  is  over, 

The  Master's  own  word,  "Well  done." 


After  the  hours  of  chastening, 

The  spirit  made  pure  and  bright; 
After  the  earth's  dark  shadow. 

Clear  in  the  light  of  Light; 
After  the  guiding  counsel, 

Communion  full  and  sweet; 
After  the  willing  service, 

All  laid  at  the  Saviour's  feet. 
After  the  pain  and  sickness, 

The  tears  are  all  wiped  awayr 
After  the  flowers  are  gathered, 

No  more  of  earth's  decay; 
After  the  deep  heart-sorrow, 

An  end  of  every  strife; 
^fter  the  daily  crosses, 

A  glorious  crown  of  life. 

447 

Sin  no  more!  thy  soul  is  free, 
Christ  has  died  to  ransom  thee; 
Now  the  power  of  sin  is  o'er, 
Jesus  bids  thee  "sin  no  more," 
Sin  no  more  !  thy  soul  is  free, 
Christ  has  died  to  ransom  thee ; 
Sing  the  message  o'er  and  o'er, 
Christ  forgives  thee,  sin  no  more. 
Sin  no  more!  but  closely  keep 
Near  the  Hand  that  guards  the  sheep; 
Shun  the  snares  that  lured  before. 
Trembling  go,  and  sin  no  more. 
Sin  no  more!  His  blood  hath  bought, 
Think  on  what  His  love  hath  wrought; 
Think  of  what  for  thee  He  bore. 
Weeping  go,  and  sin  no  more. 
Sin  no  more!  O  sin  no  morel 
Jesus  lives  to  keep  thee  pure; 
If  o'ertaken  He'll  restore, 
Saying,  "Go,  and  sin  no  more.** 

448 

Take  time  to  be  holy, 

Speak  oft  with  thy  Lord; 
Abide  in  Him  always. 

And  feed  on  His  Word; 
Make  friends  of  God's  childre»f 

Help  those  who  are  weak, 
Forg^ting  in  nothing 

His  blessing  to  seek. 
Take  time  to  be  holy, 

The  world  rushes  on; 
Spend  much  time  in  secret. 

With  Jesus  alone; 
By  looking  to  Jesus, 

Like  Him  thou  shalt  be; 
Thy  friends  in  thy  conduct 

His  likeness  shall  see. 
Take  time  to  be  holy, 

Let  Him  be  thy  Guide; 
And  run  not  before  Him, 

Whatever  betide; 
In  joy  or  m  sorrow. 

Still  follow  thy  Lord,  -'  ; 

And,  looking  to  Jesus, 

Still  trust  Is  His  Word. 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Take  time  to  be  holy. 

Be  calm  in  thy  soul; 
Each  thought  and  each  motiye  . 

Beneath  His  control: 
Thus  led  by  His  Spirit 

To  fountains  of  lore, 
Thou  soon  shalt  be  fitted 

For  service  above. 

449 

The  Lord  is  coming  by  and  by: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
He  comes  from  His  fair  home  on  high: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
He  is  the  Lord,  our  Righteousness, 
And  comes  Hia  chosen  ones  to  bless, 
A-nd  at  His  Father's  throne  confess: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 

ItJWill  you  be  ready  when  the  Bridegroom  comes  ?  :| 

Will  your  lamps  be  trimmed  and  bright, 

Be  it  morning,  noon  or  night, 

Will  you  be  ready  when  the  Bridegroom  cornea  ? 

He  soon  will  come  to  earth  again: 

Be  ready  when  He  comesf 
Begin  His  universal  reign: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
With  Hallelujahs  heaven  will  ring, 
When  Jesus  does  redemption  bring; 
O  trim  your  lamps  to  meet  your  King! 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
Behold!  He  comes  to  one  and  all: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
He  quickly  comes  with  trumpet  call: 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 
To  judgment  called  at  His  command, 
Drawn  thither  by  His  mighty  hand. 
Before  His  throne  we  all  must  stand; 

Be  ready  when  He  comes! 

450 

Bbhold  a  Stranger  at  the  door. 
He  gently  knocks,  has  knocked  before, 
Has  waited  lon»,— is  waiting  still; 
You  treat  no  other  friend  so  ill. 
O  lorely  attitude!    He  stands 
With  melting  heart  and  laden  hands; 
O  matchlesslsindness!  and  He  shows 
This  matchless  kmdness  to  His  foes. 
But  will  He  prove  a  Friend  indeed? 
He  will — the  very  Friend  you  need; 
The  Friend  of  sinners,  yes,  'tis  He, 
With  garments  dyed  on  Calvary. 
Rise,  touched  with  gratitude  divine; 
Turn  out  His  enemy  and  thine. 
That  soul-destroying  monster.  Sin; 
And  let  the  heavenly  Stranger  in. 

461 

Wk  praise  Thee,  we  bless  Thee, 

Our  Saviour  divine, 
All  power  and  dominion 

Forever  be  Thine; 


We  sing  of  Thy  mercy 

With  joyful  acclaim: 
J:  For  thou  hast  redeemed  us; 

All  praise  to  Thy  name.  :| 
All  honor  and  praise  to 

Thine  excellent  name; 
Thy  love  is  unchanging, 

Forever  the  same; 
We  bless  and  adore  Thee, 

O  Saviour  and  King; 
|:  With  joy  and  thanksgiving 

Thy  praises  we  sing,  rjl 
The  strength  of  the  hills,  and 

The  depths  of  the  sea, 
The  earth  and  its  fullness 

Belong  unto  Thee; 
And  yet  to  the  lowly 

Thou  bendest  Thine  ear 
|:  So  ready  their  humble 

Petitions  to  hear.  :| 
Thine  infinite  goodness 

Our  tongues  shall  employ; 
Thou  givest  us  richly 

All  things  to  enjoy; 
We'll  follow  Thy  footsteps, 

We'll  rest  in  Thy  love, 
|:  And  soon  we  shall  praise  The« 

In  mansions  above.  :|| 

452 

•*It  is  finished!"  what  a  gospel! 

Nothing  has  been  left  to  do, 
But  to  take  with  grateful  gladness 

What  the  Saviour  did  for  you. 
II:  "  It  is  finished,"  Hallelujah  !  :|| 
Christ  the  work  has  fully  done ;  Hallelujah  I 
All  who  will  may  have  their  pardon 
Through  the  blood  of  God's  own  Son. 
•*  It  is  finished!"  what  a  gospel! 

Bringing  news  of  victory  won, 
Telling  us  of  peace  and  pardon 

Through  the  blood  of  God's  dear  So». 
•*It  is  finished!"  what  a  gospel! 

Here  each  weary,  laden  breast, 
That  accepts  God's  gracious  olfer, 

Enters  into  perfect  rest. 
•*  It  is  finishpd!"  what  a  gospell 

Jesus  died  to  save  your  soul; 
Have  you  taken  His  salvation? 

Have  you  let  Him  make  you  whole? 

453 

Thbee  is  a  Paradise  of  rest 

On  yonder  tranquil  shore; 
Beyond  the  shadow  and  the  gloom  of  night, 
Where  toil  and  tears  are  o'er. 

Meet  me  there  !  oh,  meet  me  there  I 
At  the  dawning  of  that  morning  bright  and  fair 

Meet  me  there  I  oh,  meet  me  there ! 
In  the  land  beyond  the  river,  meet  me  there. 
There  is  a  City  crowned  with  light, 

Its  joys  no  tongue  can  tell: 
For  they  who  enter  shall  behold  the  King, 
And  in  His  presence  dwell. 


I 


GOSPEL  HYMflS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


9t 


There  ia  a  crown  laid  up  on  high, 

That  Christ  the  Lord  will  give 
To  those  who  patiently  His  coming  wait, 

And  for  His  glory  live. 
Oh,  then  be  faitnful  unto  death, 

Press  on  the  heavenly  way, 
That  we  may  enter  through  the  Gates  of  Life 

To  realms  of  endless  day. 

454 

Lead,  kindly  light,  amid  th'encircling gloom, 

Lead  Thou  me  on; 
The  night  is  dark,  and  I  am  far  from  home, 

Lead  Thou  me  on; 
Keep  Thou  my  feet;  I  do  not  ask  to  see 
The  distant  scene;  one  step  enough  for  me. 
I  was  not  ever  thus,  nor  prayed  that  Thou 

Shouldst  lead  me  on  ; 
I  loved  to  choose  and  see  my  path;  but  now 

Lead  Thou  me  on; 
I  loved  the  garish  day;  and,  spite  of  fears, 
Pride  ruled  my  will:  remember  not  past  years. 
So  long  Thy  power  hath  blest  me,  sure  it  still 

Will  lead  me  on 
O'er  moor  and  fen,  o'er  crag  and  torrent,  till 

The  night  is  gone, 
And  with  the  morn  those  angel  faces  smile. 
Which  I    have    loved   long   since,  and  lost 
awhile. 

455 

Whek  God  the  way  of  life  would  teach, 

And  gather  all  His  own, 
He  placed  them  safe  beyond  the  reach 

Of  death,  by  blood  alone. 
It  is  His  word,  God's  precious  word, 

It  stands  forever  true  : 
When  I,  the  Lord,  shall  see  the  bkwd, 
I  will  pass  over  you. 
By  Christ,  the  sinless  Lamb  of  God, 

The  precious  blood  was  shed, 
When  He  fulfilled  God's  holy  word, 

And  suffered  in  our  stead, 
O  soul,  for  the?  salvation  thus 

By  God  is  !''eely  given; 
The  blood  of  Christ  atones  for  sin, 

And  makej  us  meet  for  heaven. 
The  wrath  of  Gjd  that  was  our  due, 

Upon  the  Lamb  was  laid; 
And  by  the  she^iding  of  His  blood 

The  debt  for  us  was  paid. 
How  calm  the  judgment  hour  shall  pass 

To  all  who  do  obey 
The  word  of  God  about  thfe  blood. 

And  make  that  word  their  stay. 

456 

•ft  on  the  mountain,  sad  and  forsaken, 
Lost  in  its  mazes,  no  light  canst  thou  see; 

Yet  in  His  mercy,  full  of  compassion, 
L»l  the  Good  6nepherd  is  calling  to  thee. 
7 


Calling  to  thee,  sailing  to  theo ; 
Jesus  is  calling,  "  Come  unto  Me  ;'* 
Calling  to  thee,  calling  to  thee, 
Hear  the  Good  Shepherd  calling  to  thee. 
Par  on  the  mountain,  why  wilt  thou  wandert 

Deeper  in  darkness  thy  pathway  will  be; 
Tnrn  from  thy  roaming,  fly  from  its  dangers, 
While  the  Good  Shepherd  is  calling  to  the» 

Flee  from  thy  bondage,  Jesus  will  help  the€ 
Only  believe  Him,  and  thou  shalt  be  free; 

Wonderful  mercy,  boundless  compassion: 
Still  the  Good  Shepherd  is  calling  to  thee. 

457 

I  DO  not  ask  for  earthly  store, 

Beyond  a  day's  supply; 
I  only  covet,  more  and  more, 

The  clear  and  single  eye, 
To  see  my  duty  face  to  face, 
And  trust  the  Lord  for  daily  grace. 

Then  shall  my  heart  keep  singing, 
While  to  the  cross  I  cling ; 
Forrest  is  sweet  at  Jesus'  feet, 
[|:  While  homeward  faith  keeps  winging.  4 
I  care  not  for  the  empty  show 

That  thoughtless  worldlings  see; 
I  crave  to  do  the  best  1  know. 

And  leave  the  rest  with  Thee;- 
Well  satisfied  that  sweet  reward 
Is  sure  to  those  who  trust  the  Lord. 
Whate'er  the  crosses  mine  shall  be, 

I  will  not  dare  to  shun; 
I  only  ask  to  live  for  Thee, 

And  that  Thy  will  be  done; 
Thy  will,  O  Lord,  be  mine  each  day, 
While  pressing  on  my  homeward  wa^. 
And  when  at  last,  my  labor  o'er, 

I  cross  the  narrow  sea. 
Grant,  Lord,  that  on  the  other  shore 

My  soul  may  dwell  with  Thee, 
And  learn  what  here  I  can  not  know^ 
Why  Thou  hast  ever  loved  me  so. 

458 

Teavelinq  to  the  better  land, 
O'er  the  desert's  scorching  sand. 
Father,  do  Thou  hold  my  hand, 

And  lead  me  on. 
When  at  Marah,  parched  with  heat, 
I  the  sparkling  fountain  greet. 
Make  the  bitter  waters  sweet, 

And  lead  me  on. 
When  the  wilderness  is  drear. 
Show  me  Elim's  palm-groves  neaf^ 
With  its  wells,  as  crystal  clear, 

And  lead  me  on. 
Through  the  water  and  the  fire. 
This,  O  Lord,  my  one  desire: 
With  Thy  love  my  heart  inspire, 

And  lead  me  on. 


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When  I  stand  on  Jordan's  brink, 
Do  not  let  me  fear  or  shrink; 
Hold  me,  Father,  lest  I  sink, 
And  lead  me  on. 

459 

'Tis  only  a  little  way  on  to  my  home. 

And  there  in  its  sunshine  forever  I'll  roam; 

While  all  the  day  long  I  journey  with  song: 

0  beautiful  Eden-land,  thou  art  my  home. 

'Tis  only  a  little  way,  only  a  little  way, 
'Tis  only  a  little  way  on  to  my  home. 
'Tis  only  a  little  way  farther  to  go. 
O'er  mountain  and  valley  where  aark  waters 
'      flow; 

My  Saviour  is  near  with  blessings  to  cheer; 
His  word  is  my  guiding-star— why  should  I 
'Tis  only  a  little  way;  there  I  shall  see    L^^^^* 
The  friends  that  in  glory  are  waiting  for  me; 
Their  voices  from  home  now  float  on  the  air— 
They're  calliog  me  tenderly, calling  me  there. 

460 

I  WILL  praiee  the  Lord  my  Glory, 
I  will  praise  the  Lord  my  Light; 

He  my  cloud  by  day  to  cover, 
He  my  fire  to  guide  by  night. 

1  will  praise  Thee  with  my  whole  heart,  will  praise 

Thee,  O  Lord ; 
I  will  be  glad  and  rejoice  in  Thee,  O  Thou  most  high. 
I  will  praise  the  Lord  my  Prophet, 

Holy  Priest  and  Righteous  King; 
With  the  angels  who  adore  Him, 

"  Holy,  holy,"  I  will  sing. 
I  will  praise  the  Lord  my  Shepherd, 

Keeper,  Pasture,  Door  and  Fold; 
O'er  the  lonely  hills  He  sought  me, 

When  the  night  was  dark  and  cold. 
I  will  praise  the  Lord  my  Father, 

Saviour,  Brother,  Guide  and  Friend; 
He  thus  far  in  life  hath  led  me, 

He  will  lead  me  to  the  end. 
I  will  love  Him,  I  will  trust  Him, 

All  the  remnant  of  my  days; 
And  will  sing  through  endless  ages, 

Only  my  Redeemer's  praise. 

461 

KoT  saved  are  we  by  trying. 

From  self  can  come  no  aid; 
'Tis  on  the  blood  relying. 

Once  for  our  ransom  paid; 
*Tis  looking  unto  Jesus, 

The  holy  One  and  Just; 
'Tis  His  great  work  that  saves  us, 

It  is  not  Try,  but  Trust. 
I  H:  It  is  not  Try,  but  Trust;  :B 

,'  'Tis  His  great  work  that  sares  us ; 

'  It  is  not  Try,  but  Trust. 

*Twas  vain  for  Israel  bitten 

By  serpents  on  their  way, 
To  look  to  their  own  doing, 

Tbat  awful  plague  to  stay; 


The  only  way  for  healing. 

When  humbled  in  the  dust. 
Was  of  the  Lord's  revealing, 

It  was  not  Try,  but  Trust. 
No  deeds  of  ours  are  needed 

To  make  Christ's  merit  more; 
No  frames  of  mind,  or  feelings, 

Can  add  to  His  great  store; 
^Tis  simply  to  receive  Him, 

The  Holy  One  and  Just, 
'Tis  only  to  believe  Him, 

It  is  not  Try,  but  Trust. 

462 

Come,  Holy  Spirit, 
Like  a  dove  descending, 
Rest  Thou  upon  us 

While  we  meet  to  pray; 
Show  us  the  Saviour, 
All  His  love  revealing; 
Lead  us  to  Him, 

The  Life,  the  Truth,  the  Way, 
Come,  Holy  Spirit, 
Every  cloud  dispelling, 
Fill  us  with  gladness, 

Through  the  Master's  name; 
Bring  to  our  memory 
Words  that  He  hath  spoken. 
Then  shall  our  tongues 

His  wondrous  grace  proclaim. 
Come,  Holy  Spirit, 
Sent  from  God  the  Father— 
Thou  Friend  and  Teacher, 

Comforter  and  Guide — 
Our  thoughts  directing, 
Keep  us  close  to  Jesus, 
And  in  our  hearts 

For  evermore  abide. 

463 

"  Jesus  of  Nazareth!  "    O  what  a  namel 
Let  us  rejoice  and  His  glory  proclaim; 
Saviour  and  Keeper,  for  ever  the  same. 

Shepherd,  Redeemer,  and  Lord. 
Jesus  of  Nazareth  !  once  crucified, 
Jesus  of  Nazareth  !  now  glorified, 
Jesus  of  Nazareth  1  throned  at  God's  sidOh 
Glory  and  praise  to  His  name. 
Jesus  of  Nazareth!  truly  a  man, 
Low  in  a  cradle  His  life  He  began, 
Lived  before  God,  both  in  pattern  and  plaa. 

Righteous,  obedient  One. 
Jesus  of  Nazareth!  nailed  to  the  tree, 
Dying,  that  we  by  His  death  might  be  free, 
Bearmg  the  curse  all  for  you  and  for  me. 

Dying  a  ransom  for  all. 
Jesus  of  Nazareth!  raised  from  the  dead, 
Spotless  and  holy,  and  still  in  our  stead, 
Made  for  us  ever  our  glorified  Head, 

Raised  from  the  dead  for  us  all, 
Jfesus  of  Nazareth!  seated  on  high, 
Sending  the  Spirit  of  grace  to  apply 
Life  through  the  word  unto  men  tux  and  bI|^ 

OfiTering  salvation  to  all. 


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99 


Jesus  of  Nazareth!  earth's  coming  King, 
Peace  to  the  warring  world  soon  He  shall 

bring, 
Nations  of  saved  ones  His  praises  shall  sing; 
All  shall  bow  down  at  Hia  name. 

464 

I  BELONG  to  Jesus; 

I  am  not  my  own; 
All  I  have  and  all  I  am 

Shall  be  His  alone. 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

He  is  Lord  and  King, 
Eeigning  in  my  inmost  heart, 

Over  everything. 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

What  can  hurt  or  harm, 
"When  He  folds  around  mysoul 

His  almighty  Arm? 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

Blessed,  blessed  thought! 
"With  His  own  most  precious  blood 

Has  my  soul  been  bought! 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

He  has  died  for  me; 
I  am  His  and  He  is  mine, 

Through  eternity. 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

He  will  keep  my  soul 
When  the  deathly  waters  dark 

Round  about  me  roll. 
I  belong  to  Jesus; 

And  ere  long  I'll  stand 
With  my  precious  Saviour  there, 

In  the  glory-land. 

465 

O  COMB  to  the  Saviour  while  nowHe  is  calling, 

O  come  while  there's  mercy  and  pardon  so 

free;  [falling, 

O  trust  in  His  grace.  He  will  beep  thee  from 

And  strength  to  o'ercome  He  oners  to  thee. 

O  come,  come  to  the  Saviour, 

O  come,  come  while  you  may ; 
O  come,  come  to  the  Saviour, 
He's  tenderly  calling  to-day. 
There's  no  other  Iname  among  men  that  is 
given,  [way; 

There's  no  other  way  to  be  saved  but  His 
O  trust  in   His  mercy;    too  long  hast  thou 
striven  [may. 

With  sin  and  with  self;  O  come  while  you 
The  door  of  His  mercy  is  now  standing  open; 
O  hasten  and  enter,  for  "Yet  there  is  room;" 
For  if  you  reject  Him,  this  word  He  hath 
spoken. 
That  where  He  now  is  "Ye  never  can  come." 
And  he  that  believeth,  the  promise  is  written. 
Is  saved  through  the  blood  of  the  Crucifiea 
One: 
The  Spirit  is  pleading;  O  will  you  not  hasten, 
•And  find  in  Hia  love  a  refuge  and  h^'-»*  . 


466 


Quiet,  Lord,  my  froward  heart; 

Make  me  teachable  and  mild, 
Upright,  simple,  free  from  art; 

Make  me  as  a  little  child— 
From  distrust  and  envy  free, 
Pleased  with  all  that  pleases  Thee, 
What  thou  Shalt  to-day  provide, 

Let  me  as  a  ciiild  receive; 
What  to-morrow  may  betide. 

Calmly  to  Thy  wisdom  leave; 
'Tis  enough  that  Thou  wilt  care; 
Why  should  I  the  burden  bear? 
As  a  little  child  relies 

On  a  care  beyond  its  own, 
Being  neither  strong  nor  wise, 

Fears  to  take  a  step  alone — 
Let  me  thus  with  Thee  abide. 
As  my  Father,  Friend,  and  (xuide* 

467 

Holt,  holy,  holy  is  the  Lord! 

Sing,  O  ye  people,  gladly  adore  Him; 
Let  the  mountains  tremble  at  His  word, 

Let  the  hills  be  joyful  before  Him; 
Mighty  la  wisdom,  boundless  in  mercy, 

Great  is  Jehovah,  King  over  all. 
Holy,  holy,  holy  is  the  Lord  ! 
Let  the  hills  be  joyful  before  Him. 
Praise  Him,  praise  Him,  shout  aloud  for  joyi 

Watchman  of  Zion,  herald  the  story; 
Sin  and  death  His  kingdom  shall  destroy; 

All  the  earth  shall  sing  of  H'is  glory; 
Praise  Him,  ye  angels,  y-e  who  behold  Him 

Robed  in  His  splendor,  matchless,  divin« 
King  eternal,  blessed  be  His  name! 

So  may  His  children  gladiy  adore  Him; 
When  in  heaven  we  join  the  happy  strain, 

When  we  cast  our  bright  crowns  before  Him; 
There  in  His  likeness,  joyful  awaking. 

There  we  shall  see  Him,  there  we  shall  sing. 

468 

Praise,  mysoul,  the  King  of  heaven; 

To  His  feet  thy  tribute  bring; 
Ransomed,  healed,  restored,  forgiven. 

Who  like  thee  His  praise  shall  singf 
li:  Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  :1| 

Praise  the  everlasting  King. 
Praise  Him  for  His  grace  and  favor, 

To  our  fathers  in  distress; 
Praise  Him  still  the  same  as  ever, 

Slow  to  chide,  and  swift  to  bless; 
[|:  Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  :|j 

Glorious  in  His  faithfulness! 
Angels,  help  us  to  adore  Him, 

Ye  behold  Him  face  to  face; 
Sun  and  moon  bow  down  before  Hi» 

Dwellers  all  in  time  and  space: 
J:  Praise  Him!  praise  Him!  :| 

Praise  with  us  the  God  of  gracel 


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469 


If  the  hour  when  guilt  assails  me, 

On  His  gracious  name  I  call, 
Then  I  find  the  heavenly  fullness, 
Christ,  my  righteousness,  my  all. 
All  my  song  when  standing  yonder, 

Shall  be  Christ,  my  joy,  my  all, 
II :  This  shall  ever  be  my  anthem, 
"  Christ  my  glory,  Christ  my  all."  :t| 
In  the  night  when  sorrow  clouds  me, 

And  the  burning  teardrops  fall, 
Then  I  sing  the  song  of  patience, 
Christ,  my  Brother  and  my  all. 
In  the  day  when  this  immortal 

Shall  fling  off  its  mortal  thrall, 
Then  my  song  of  resurrection 
Shall  be  Christ,  my  all  in  all. 

470 

There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 

Where  saints  immortal  reign; 
Eternal  day  excludes  the  night, 

And  pleasures  banish  pain. 

O  wondrous  land  beyond  the  sky, 

O  land  so  bright  and  fair, 
When  shall  we  reach  thy  golden  gates. 
And  dwell  forever  there  ? 
There  everlasting  spring  abides, 

And  never-withering  flowers; 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea,  divides 

This  heavenly  land  from  ours. 
Sweet  fields  beyond  the  swelling  flood 

Stand  dressea  in  living  green- 
So  to  the  Jews  old  Canaan  stood, 

While  Jordan  rolled  between. 
Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 

And  view  the  landscape  o'er. 
Not  Jordan's  stream,  nor  death's  cold  flood, 

Should  fright  us  from  the  shore. 

471 

As  lives  the  flower  within  the  seed, 

As  in  the  oone  the  tree, 
So,  praise  the  God  of  truth  and  grace. 

His  Spirit  dwelleth  in  me. 
li:  Christ  liveth  in  me,  :II 
O  what  a  salvation  this, 
That  Christ  liveth  in  me 
Once  far  from  God  and  dead  in  siii, 

No  light  my  heart  could  see; 
But  in  God's  word  the  light  I  found, 

Now  Christ  liveth  in  me. 
2Ls  rays  of  light  from  yonder  sun 

The  flowers  of  earth  set  free, 
So  life  and  light  and  love  came  forth 

From  Christ  living  in  me. 
"With  longing  all  my  heart  is  filled, 

That  like  Him  I  may  be, 
As  on  the  wondrous  thought  I  dwell. 

That  Christ  liveth  in  me. 


472 

We  have  felt  the  love  of  Jesus 

In  our  hearts  with  rapture  glow; 
Will  that  love  foresake  and  leave  usf 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 
If  on  beds  of  pain  we  languish. 

Earthly  friends  may  lightly  »o, 
Will  He  leave  us  in  our  anguish? 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 
Chosen  not  for  our  deservings, 

But  that  God  His  grace  might  show; 
For  our  failures  will  He  leave  us? 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 
'"Tis  in  Christ  the  Father  sees  us. 

To  His  Son  the  love  doth  flow; 
Will  He  turn  away  from  Jesus? 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 
Will  He  leave  when  care  encroaches? 

When  we're  tempted  will  He  go? 
When  the  last  dread  hour  approachesT 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 
And  when  safely  home  in  glory, 

When  sad  tears  no  longer  flow, 
Can  we  e'er  forget  the  story? 

Never,  no!  oh,  never,  no! 

473 

Soon  will  come  the  setting  sun, 
When  our  work  will  all  be  done, 
And  the  weary  heart  at  last  be  still; 
But  the  Lord  with  gentle  cry, 
Will  awake  us  by  and  by, 
And  we'll  meet  again  on  Zion's  hill. 
We'll  meet  each  other  there, 
Yes,  we'll  meet  each  other  there, 
And  the  Saviour's  likeness  bear; 
When  we  meet  each  other  there  ; 
We'll  meet  each  other  there, 
Yes,  we'll  meet  each  other  there, 
And  His  glory  we  shall  share. 
Deep  the  shadows  in  the  vale. 
Fierce  the  howling  of  the  gale, 
Long  and  dark  the  storm  around  our  door; 
But  the  Lord  will  make  a  way 
To  the  shining  realms  of  day, 
With  the  shadow  and  the  sto-rm  no  more. 
Flood  the  heart  with  parting  tears, 
Frost  the  head  with  passing  years, 
Xet  the  days  of  earth  be  filled  with  care; 
But  the  Lord  at  length  will  come, 
In  His  love  to  take  us  home. 
And  we'll  never  know  a  sorrow  there. 

474 

*Tis  midnight;  and  on  Olive's  brow 

The  star  is  dimmed  that  lately  shone; 
'Tis  midnight;  in  the  garden  now 

The  suflTering  Saviour  prays  alone. 
'Tis  midnight;  and  from  all  removed, 

The  Saviour  wrestles  lone  with  fears; 
Ev'n  that  disciple  whom  He  loved 

Heeds  not  His  Mastf  c's  grief  and  teari. 


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101 


»Ti3  midnight;  and  for  others'  guilt, 
The  man  of  sorrow  weeps  in  Dlood; 
Tet  He,  who  hath  in  anguish  knelt, 
^v  la  not  forsaken  by  His  God. 

475 

Blessed  Saviour,  ever  nearer 

I  am  drawing  to  Thy  feet; 
Thou  hast  borne  my  every  sorrow, 

I  am  made  in  Thee  complete; 
For  Thy  love  my  soul  is  yearning, 

More  and  more  its  power  impart; 
I  have  heard  Thy  tender  pleading, 

Come  and  dwell  within  my  heart. 
Blessed  Saviour,  I  would  never, 

Never  more  Thy  love  reject; 
At  Thy  feet  I  learn  the  lesson 

How  Thine  image  to  reflect; 
There  I  go  when  all  forsake  me, 

When  by  foes  I  am  oppressed; 
Then  I  hear  Thy  loved  voice  saying, 

Come  to  me,  I'll  give  you  rest. 
Blessed  Saviour,  draw  me  nearer, 

Ever  nearer  to  Thy  heart, 
"When  I'm  weary,  heavy-laden, 

And  I  feel  the  tempter's  dart; 
Oft  I  stumble,  oft  I  falter, 

Oft  I'm  tossed  on  angry  seas; 
But  I  know  that  Thou  wilt  guide  me 

Through  the  storm,  to  endless  peace. 
Blessed  Saviour,  let  me  linger 

Ever  near  Thy  precious  feet; 
Till  I  hear  that  welcome  summons, 

"Come,"  thy  loved  ones  now  to  greet; 
Oh,  the  joy  that  there  awaits  me,  , 

While  I  hope,  and  watch  and  pray! 
For  the  morning  light  is  dawning, 

Of  the  fair  and  endless  day. 

476 

Look  up!  look  up!  ye  weary  ones, 

Whose  skies  are  veiled  in  night. 
For  He  who  knows  the  path  you  trepd 

Will  yet  restore  the  light; 
Look  up!  and  hail  the  dawning 
Of  hope's  triumphant  morning. 
Behold  Him  I  heboid  Him! 

Your  Saviour  lives  to-day ; 
Behold  Him  !  behold  Him  I 
The  clouds  have  rolled  away. 
The  gifts  ye  brought  with  loving  hand 

Your  Lord  will  nat  disown; 
Their  odors  sweet  to  heaven  shall  rise 

Like  incense  'round  His  throne; 
Look  up!  and  hail  the  dawning 
Of  joy's  transcendent  morning. 
Rejoice!  the  grave  is  overcome, 

And  lo!  the  angels  sing; 
The  grandest  triumph  ever  known 

Has  come  through  Christ  our  King; 
All  heaven  proclaims  the  aawning 
Of  love's  aii-gioriou8  morning. 


477 


Satioue,  lead  me,  lest  I  stray. 
Gently  lead  me  all  the  way; 
I  am  safe  when  by  Thy  side, 
I  would  in  Thy  love  abide. 
Lead  me,  lead  me, 

Saviour,  lead  me,  lest  I  stray ; 
Gently  down  the  stream  of  time, 

Lead  me,  Saviour,  all  the  way. 
Thou,  the  refuge  of  my  soul 
When  life's  stormy  billows  roll, 
I  am  safe  when  Thou  art  nigh, 
On  Thy  mercy  I  rely. 
Saviour,  lead  me,  till  at  last, 
When  the  storm  of  life  is  past, 
I  shall  reach  the  land  of  day. 
Where  all  tears  are  wiped  away. 

478 

E^tuen!  return!  O  wanderer.  n.ow  return! 

Return!    return!     And  seek    thy   Father's 
Those  new  desires  which  in  thee  burn     [face; 

II:  Were  kindled  by  His  grace.  :| 
Return!  return!  O  wanderer,  now  return! 

Return!  return!  He  hears  thy  humble  sigh; 
He  sees  thy  burdened  spirit  mourn 

II :  When  no  one  else  is  nigh.  : || 
Return!  return!  O  wanderer,  now  return! 

Return!  return!  The  Saviour  bids  thee  live; 
Come  humbly  to  His  feet  and  leajn 

B:  How  freely  He'll  forgive.  :ll 

479 

TuEN  thee,  O  lost  one,  careworn  and  weary, 

Lo!  the  Good  Shepherd  is  calling  to-day; 

Seeking  to  save  thee,  waiting  to  cleanse  thee, 

Haste  to  receive  Him,  no  longer  delay. 

Tenderly  calling,  patiently  calling, 

Hear  the  Good  Shepherd  caliing  to  thee ; 
Tenderly  calling,  patiently  calling, 
Lovingly  saying,  "  Come  unto  Me  !" 
Still  He  is  waiting,  why  wilt  thou  perish, 
Though  thou  hast  wandered  so  far  from  the 
fold? 
Yet,  with  His  life-blood,   He  has  redeemed 
thee, 
Wondrous  compassion  that  can  not  be  told! 
List  to  His  message,  think  of  His  mercy! 

Sinless,  yet  bearing  thy  sins  on  the  tr„ej 
Perfect  remission,  life  everlasting, 

Through  His  atonement,  He  offers  to  thee. 
Come  in  the  old  way,  come  in  the  true  way, 

Enter  through  Jesus,  for  He  is  the  Door; 
He  is  the  Shepherd,  tenderly  calling. 
Come  in  thy  weakness,  and  wander  no  more. 

480 

Seaech  me,  O  Lord,  and  try  this  heart  of 

mine. 
Search  me,  and  prove  if  I  indeed  am  Thine; 
Test  by  Thy  wora,  that  never  changed  can  be, 
Ml^trength  of  hope  and  living  faith  in  Thee. 


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Search  me,  O  Lord 
And  in  my  soul  a  d 
Hide  Thou  my  life. 
Beneath  Thy  wings' 

Search  me,  O  Lord, 
Refine  as  gold,  and 
Search  Thou  my 
Thine  eyes  can 
From  secret  faults, 


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subdue  each  vain  desire, 
^    r  love  inspire; 
that  I,  supremely  blest, 
in  perfect  peace  may  rest. 

and  from  the  dross  of  sin, 
keep  me  pure  veithin; 
thoughts    whose    springs 
see,  1^^' 

,  O  Saviour,  cleanse  Thou 


Search  me,  O  Lord,  let  faith  through  grace 

divine 
Thyself  reflect  in  every  act  of  mine. 
Till  at  Thy  call  my  waiting  soul  shall  rise^ 
Caught  up  with  joy  to  meet  Thee  in  the  skies. 

481 

Heae  the  blessed  invitation, 

Come,  come,  come; 
To  the  fountain  of  salvation, 

Come,  come,  come; 
Healing  streams  are  flowing  still, 
Welcome,  *' whosoever  will; 
Let  him  take  the  water  of  life  freely." 

11:  Let  him  take,  let  him  take, 

Let  him  take  the  water  of  life  freely.  :|| 
'Tis  the  voice  of  Jesus  saying, 

Come,  come,  come; 
Now  His  blest  command  obeying. 

Come,  come,  come; 
He  will  cleanse  from  every  ill; 
"Welcome,  "whosoever  will; 
Let  him  take  the  water  of  life  freely o" 
'Tis  the  Holy  Spirit  calling, 

Come,  come,  come: 
Ere  the  shades  of  death  be  falling. 

Come,  come,  come; 
He  the  heart  with  peace  will  fill; 
"Welcome,  "whosoever  will; 
Let  him  take  the  water  of  life  freely." 
Lo!  the  Spirit  and  the  Bride  say, 

Come,  come,  come; 
And  let  him  that  heareth  now  say, 

Come,  come,  come; 
And  let  him  that  is  athirst 
Come,  and  "  whosoever  will; 
Let  him  take  the  water  of  life  freely." 

482 

Safe  upon  the  heavenly  shore, 

Done  with  pain  for  evermore. 

Weariness  and  weakness  o'er.    Up  yonder; 

O  the  calm  and  quiet  rest 

On  the  loving  Saviour's  breast; 

It  is  better  than  earth's  best,    Up  yonder. 

Storms  shall  never  reach  us  there, 

No  more  sorrow,  pain  or  care. 

No  more  cross  for  us  to  bear.    Up  yonder; 

Gain  for  them  that  suffered  loss. 

Crowns  for  them  that  bore  the  cross. 

And  a  calm  for  hearts  that  toas^      Up  yonder. 


Safe  upon  the  heavenly  shore, 

Done  with  sin  for  evermore, 

"Weariness  and  weakness  o'er.    Up  yonder; 

Never  more  to  know  a  fear, 

Never  more  to  shed  a  tear. 

Better  far  than  ever  here,    Up  yonder. 

483 

In  the  heavenly  pastures  fair. 
'Neath  the  tender  Shephera's  care. 
Let  us  rest  beside  the  living  stream  to-day; 
Calmly  there  in  peace  recline. 
Drinking  in  the  truth  divine, 
As  His  loving  call  we  now  with  joy  obey. 
Glorious  stream  of  life  eternal, 

Beauteous  fields  of  living  green, 
Though  revealed  within  the  word 
Of  our  Shepherd  and  our  Lord, 
By  the  pure  in  heart  alone  can  they  be  seoi 
Far  from  all  the  noise  and  strife 
That  disturb  our  daily  life, 

Let  us  pause  awhile  in  silence  and  adore: 
Then  the  sound  of  His  dear  voice 
Will  our  waiting  souls  rejoice. 

As  He  nameth  us  His  own  for  evermore. 
O  how  good  and  true  and  kind. 
Seeking  His  stray  sheep  to  find. 

If  they  wander  into  danger  from  riis  side;     i 

Ever  closely  may  we  tread  | 

Where  His  holy  feet  have  led,  \ 

So  at  last  with  Him  in  heaven  we  may  abide-,  i 

484  1 

Mt  heavenly  home  is  bright  and  fair. 
Nor  pain,  nor  death  can  enter  there: 
It's  glittering  towers  the  sun  outshine; 
That  heavenly  mansion  shall  be  mine. 
I'm  going  home,  I'm  going  home, 
I'm  going  home  to  die  no  more  I 
To  die  no  more,  to  die  no  more, 
I'm  going  home  to  die  no  morCj 
My  Father's  house  is  built  on  high, 
Far,  far  above  the  starry  sky; 
When  from  this  earthly  prison  free. 
That  heavenly  mansion  mine  shall  be. 
Let  others  seek  a  home  below. 
Which  flames  devour,  or  waves  o'erflow 
Be  mine  a  happier  lot  to  own 
A  heavenly  mansion  near  the  throne. 


485  I 

When  I  shall  wake  in  that  fair  morn  of  morne 
After  whose  dawning  never  night  returns, 
And  with  whose  glory  day  eternal  burns, 
I  shall  be  satisfied,  be  satisfied. 
II:  I  shall  be  satisfi-ed, 
I  shall  be  satisfied 
When  I  shall  wake  in  that  fair  morn  of  morns. 
When  I  shall  see  Thy  glory  face  to  face. 
When  in  Thine  arms  Thou  wilt  Thy  child  ed 

brace, 
When  Thou  shalt  open  all  Thy  store  of  graoj 
I  bhall  be  satisfied^  be  satisfied. 


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108 


When  I  shall  meet  with  those  that  I  have 

loved, 
Clasp  in  my  arms  the  dear  ones  long  removed, 
And  find  how  faithful  Thou  to  me  hast  proved, 

I  shall  be  satisfied,  be  satisfied. 
"When  I  shall  gaze  upon  the  face  of  Him 
Who  died  for  me,  vrith  eyes  no  longer  dim, 
And  praise  Him  with  the  everlasting  hymn, 

I  shall  be  satisfied,  be  satisfied. 

486 

Take  Thou  my  hand,  and  lead  me — 

Choose  Thou  my  way; 
"Not  as  I  will,"  O  Father, 

Teach  me  to  say; 
What  though  the  storms  may  gather, 

Thou  knowest  best; 
Safe  in  Thy  holy  keeping, 

There  I  would  rest. 
Take  Thou  my  hand,  and  lead  me — 

Lord,  I  am  Thine; 
Fill  with  Thy  Holy  Spirit 

This  lieart  of  mine; 
Then  in  the  hour  of  trial 

Strong  shall  I  be — 
Eeady  to  do  or  suffer. 

Dear  Lord,  for  Thee. 
Take  Thou  my  hand  and  lead  me, 

Lord,  as  I  go; 
Into  Thy  perfect  image 

Help  me  to  grow; 
Still  in  Thine  own  pavilion 

Shelter  Thou  me; 
Keep  me,  O  Father,  keep  me; 

Close,  close  to  Thee. 

487 

AM  waiting  for  the  Master, 

Who  will  bid  me  rise  and  come 
To  the  glory  of  His  presence, 

To  the  gladness  of  His  home. 

They  are  watching  at  the  portal, 

They  are  waiting  at  the  door ; 

Waiting  only  for  my  coming, 

All  the  loved  ones  gone  before. 

Many  a  weary  path  I've  traveled. 

In  the  darkest  storm  and  strife, 
Bearing  many  a  h«avy  burden, 

Often  struggling  for  my  life. 
Many  friends  have  traveled  with  me, 

Reached  that  portal  long  a»o; 
One  by  one  they  left  me  battling 

With  the  dark  and  crafty  foe. 
Yes,  their  pilgrimage  was  shorter. 

And  their  triumphs  sooner  won. 
Oh,  how  lovingly  thej'll  greet  me 

When  the  tous  of  life  are  done« 

488 

Fkom  the  Bethlehem  manger-home, 
Walking  His  dear  form  beside, 

We  to  Calvary's  mount  have  come, 
W^^re  o'S  Lord  was  crucified. 


Sweet  tones  of  love  come  down  the  agea  througk : 

"  Father,  forgive,  they  know  not  what  they  do.** 

Scornful  words  the  soldiers  fling; 

Wicked  rulers  Him  deride. 
Saying,  if  Thou  be  the  King, 

Save  Thyself,  Thou  Crucified. 
Wondrous  love  for  sinful  men^ 

Of  the  sinless  One  that  died! 
May  we  wound  Thee  not  again, 

Thou,  O  Christ,  the  Crucified. 

489 

Pass  along  the  invitation. 
Whosoever  will  may  come; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
Pass  along  the  loving  message 
Unto  every  thirsty  one; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
Pass  along  the  invitation, 

Pass  along  the  word  of  God, 
Until  every  tribe  and  nation 

Shall  have  heard  of  Christ  the  L«fd» 
Shall  have  heard,  shall  have  heard, 
Shall  have  heard  of  Christ  the  L«nL 
Pass  along  the  cup  of  comfort 
That  the  Lord  has  given  you; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
Other  weary,  troubled  spirits 
Need  to  taste  its  sweetness  too, 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
Pass  along  each  boon  and  blessing 
That  may  come  to  you  through  lifejj 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
You  may  help  the  weary-hearted 
Who  are  famt  amid  the  strife; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
Pass  along  the  watchword,  "  Couragej" 
Soon  the  darkness  will  be  o'er; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 
See,  already  dawn  is  breaking 
On  the  bright  celestial  shore; 
Pass  it  on,  pass  it  on. 

490 

MoEE  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

'Tis  the  Christian's  yearning  cry; 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

Only  He  can  satisfy. 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

While  I  tread  earth's  weary  ways; 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

Till  in  Heaven  I  hymn  His  praise* 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus. 

O  to  feel  His  love  each  hour! 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

O  to  realize  His  power! 
More  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

In  my  weakness  and  my  p»in^ 
Here  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus,, 

Be  can  turn  my  loss  to  gain. 
M"ore  of  Jesus,    More  of  Jesus, 

Sorely  do  I  need  His  grace; 
More  of  Jesus,    Blessed  Jesus, 

Whem  shall  I  behold  His  fae«r 


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491 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross, 

On  which  the  Prince  of  glory  died, 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss, 

And  pour  contempt  on  all  my  pride. 
U  wondrous  cross  where  Jesus  died, 

And  for  my  sins  was  crucified ; 
My  longing  eyes  look  up  to  Thee, 
Thou  blessed  Lamb  of  Calvary. 
Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast. 

Save  in  the  death  of  Christ,  my  Lord; 
All  earthly  things  that  charm  me  most, 

I  sacrifice  them  to  His  blood. 
See,  from  His  head,  His  hands.  His  feet, 

Sorrow  and  love  flow  mingled  down; 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet. 

Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown? 
Were  all  the  realm  of  nature  mine, 

That  were  a  gift  by  far  too  small; 
A  love  so  great  and  so  divine 

Demands  my  soul,  my  life,  my  all. 

492 

Jbsus,  Thou  Eefuge  of  the  soul, 

To  Thy  dear  arms  I  flee; 
From  Satan's  wiles,  from  self  and  sin, 

O  make  and  keep  me  free. 
Though    clouds  may  rise,    though   tempests 

Thou  wilt  my  shelter  be,  [rage. 

While  with  a  steadfast  heart  and  true, 
kMy  trust  is  stayed  on  Thee. 
No  power  on  earth,  or  power  below, 

Can  tear  me  from  Thy  side. 
If  'neath  Thy  sheltering  wings  of  love, 

Dear  Refuge,  I  abide. 
Not  death  itself,  that  last  dread  foe, 

Can  hold  me  with  his  chain; 
Through  Christ,  who  conquered  Death,  I  rise. 

And  life  eternal  gain. 

493 

In  times  of  sorrow  God  is  near, 

His  vigils  never  cease, — 
His  tender,  loving  voice  I  hear, 

"In  Me  ye  shall  have  peace." 

O  blessed  peace  !  sweet  boon  of  heaven  1 

That  bids  our  trouble  cease ; 
O  precious  word,  divinely  given, 
'*  In  Me  ye  shall  have  peace  1" 
Though  long  and  weary  is  the  night, 

And  morn  brings  no  relief. 
Yet  faith  the  promise  still  believes, 

"In  Me  ye  shall  have  peace." 
His  love  we  may  not  understand, 

While  trials  here  increase, 
Jut  yet  we  know  His  word  is  sure, 

"  In  Me  ye  shall  have  peace. '^ 
Soon  shall  our  eyes  the  land  behold 
Where  pain  and  care  shall  cease; 
UMI  then  we'll  trust  the  promise  sweet, 
••fe  Me  y«  shall  lusky  peace." 


494 

Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  cross— 

A  follower  of  the  Lamb? 
And  shall  I  fear  to  own  His  cause, 
Or  blush  to  speak  His  name? 
In  the  name  of  Christ  the  King, 

Who  hath  purchasedMife  for  me, 
Through  grace  I'll  win  the  promised  crown, 
Whate'er  my  cross  may  be. 

Must  I  be  carried  to  the  skies 

On  flowery  beds  of  ease. 
While  others  fought  lo  win  the  pri% 

And  sailed  through  bloody  seas? 

Are  there  no  foes  for  me  to  face? 

Must  I  not  stem  the  flood? 
Is  this  vile  world  a  friend  to  grace. 

To  help  me  on  to  God? 

Since  I  must  fight  if  I  would  reign, 
Increase  my  courage.  Lord! 

I'll  bear  the  toil,  endure  the  pain, 
Supported  by  Thy  word. 

495 

While  Thou,  O  my  God,  art  my  help  and  de- 
fender, [appall; 
No  cares  can   o'erwhelm  me,   no   terrors 
The  wiles  and  the  snares  of  the  world  will 
but  render 
More  lively  my  hope  in  my  God  and  my  all. 
H:  My  God  and  my  all,  :|| 
My  treasure,  my  glory, 
My  God  and  my  all. 
Yes, Thou  art  my  refuge  in  sorrow  and  danger. 
My  strength  whenlsuSer,  my  hope  wnen 
I  fall;  [ger. 
My  comfort  and  joy  in  this  land  of  the  straa- 
My  treasure,  my  glory,  my  God  and  my  all. 

And  when    Thou  demandest  the  life  Thou 

hast  given, 

With  joy  Will  I  answer  Thy  merciful  call. 

And  quit  this  poor  earth  but  to  find  Thee  in 

neaven. 

My  portion  forever,  my  God  and  my  all.i 

496 

O  I  love  to  talk  with  Jesus,  for  it  smooths  the 
rugged  road;  [beneath  my  load; 

And  it  seems  to  help  me  onward,  when  I  faint 

When  my  heart  is  crushed  with  sorrow,  and  j 
my  eyes  with  tears  are  dim, 

There  is  naught  can  yield  me  comfort  like  a 
little  talk  with  Him. 

Oft  I  tell  Him  I  am  weary,  and  I  fain  would 
be  at  rest;  [upon  His  breast; 

That  I'm    daily,  hourly,  longing  to  repose 

And  He  answers  me  so  kindly,  in  the  tender- 
est  tones  of  love,  [home  above." 

*'  I  am  ceKiing  soen  te  take  thee  to  My  laappy  \< 


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105 


Though  the  way  is  long  and  dreary  to  that  far- 
off  distant  clime,  [me  all  the  time; 

Yet  I  know  that  my  Redeemer  journeys  with 

And  the  more  I  come  to  know  Him,  and  His 
wondrous  grace  explore, 

How  my  longing  groweth  stronger  still  to 
know  Him  more  and  more. 

60  I'll  wait  a  little  longer,  till  my  Lord's  ap- 
pointed time,  [gi'im  feet  shall  climb; 

And  along  the  upward  pathway  still  my  pil- 

Soon  within  my  Father's  dwelling,  where  the 
many  mansions  be,       [will  talk  with  me. 

I  ahall  see  my  blessed  Saviour,  and  He  then 

497 

**  Sing  unto  the  Lord, 

O  ye  saints  of  His,  sing,  8ing, 

Sing  unto  the  Lord, 

And  at  the  remembrance  of  His  holiness, 

O  give  thanks  unto  the  Lord." 

O  Lord,  Thy  loving-kindness 

Doth  compass  all  our  ways. 
And  "Thy  compassions  fell  not," 

Through  all  the  passing  days; 
To  Thee,  O  great  Jehovah, 

In  "time  of  need"  we  cry; 
And  all  who  call  upon  Thee 

Shall  find  Thee  ever  nigh. 
Thy  goodness  we  remember, 

We  praise  Thy  holiness, 
We  look  to  Thee,  O  Saviour, 

To  save,  and  heal,  and  bless; 
*Tis  by  Thy  loving  favor 

Thy' trusting  children  stand. 
Upheld,  and  kept,  and  guided    • 

By  Thy  protectmg  hand. 
Let  saints  recount  His  mercies. 

And  fill  His  courts  with  praise; 
Let  all  who  know  His  goodness 

Their  hallelujahs  raise. 
Praise  God,  the  loving  Father, 

And  Jesus  Christ  His  Son, 
With  God  the  Holy  Spirit, 

The  glorious  Three  la  Oue. 

498 

I  WAIT  for  Thee,  O  Lord! 

Thy  glorious  face  to  see, 
That  holy  face  that  once  was  marred. 

Was  marred,  O  Lerd,  for  me. 
I  wait  for  Thee,  O  Lord! 

Before  Thy  feet  to  fall. 
To  worship  lowly  and  adore 

My  Saviour,  all  in  all. 
I  wait  for  Thee,  O  Lord! 

Thy  loving  hand  to  feel. 
Whose  tender  touch  can  even  now 

The  wounded  spirit  heal. 
I  wait  for  Thee,  O  Lord! 

Thy  rapture  deep  to  know, 
Of  living  evermore  with  Thee; 

Xiove  can  not  more  bestow- 


I  wait  for  Thee,  O  Lord! 

But  for  a  little  while; 
This  night  my  longing  eyes  may  meet 

Thy  joyful,  welcome  smile. 

499 

How  oft  our  souls  are  lifted  up. 

When  clouds  are  dark  and  drear, 
For  Jesus  comes,  and  kindly  speaks 

These  loving  words  of  cheer. 
"  In  my  Father's  house  are  many  mansiona; 
If  it  were  not  so  I  would  have  told  you ; 
In  my  Father's  house  are  many  mansions, 

I  go  to  prepare  a  place  for  you." 
How  oft  amid  our  daily  toil. 

With  anxious  care  oppressed, 
We  hear  again  the  precious  word 

That  tells  of  joy  and  rest, 
O  may  our  faith  in  Him  be  strong, 

Who  feels  our  every  care, 
And  will  for  us,  as  He  hath  said, 

A  place  in  Heaven  prepare. 
Then  let  us  work,  and  watch  and  pray, 

Relying  on  the  love 
Of  Him  who  now  prepares  a  place 

For  us  in  heaven  above. 

500 

We  would  see  Jesus— for  the  shadows  length- 
Across  this  little  landscape  of  our  life;    [ea 
We    would    see    Jesus,    our    weak    faith    to 
strengthen 
For  the  last  weariness— the  final  strife. 
We  would  see  Jesus— the.great  Rock  founda- 
tion, [grace; 
Whereon  our  feet  were  set  with  sovereign 
Not  life,  nor  death,  with  all  their  agitation. 
Can  thence  remove  us,  if  we  see  His  face. 
We  would  see  Jesus— other  lights  are  paling, 
Which  for  long  years  we  have  rejoiced   to 
see; 
The  blessings  of  our  pilgrimage  are  failing; 
We  would  not  mourn  them,  for  we  go  to 
Thee. 
We  would  see  Jesus— this  is  all  we're  needing, 
Strength,  joy,  and  willingness  come  with 
the  sight; 
We  would  see  Jesus,  dying,  risen,  pleading* 
Then  welcome,  day!  and  fartwell,  mortal 
night! 

501 

Peat,  brethren,  pray!    The  sands  are  falling; 
Pray,  brethren,  pray!  God's  voice  is  calling. 
Yon  turret  strikes  the  dying  chime; 
We  kneel  upon  the  verge  of  time. 

Eternity  is  drawing  nigh  ! 
Eternity  is  drawing  nigh  !  (is  drawing  nigh  !) 
Praise,  brethren,  praise!    The  skies  are  rend- 
ing! 
Praise,  brethren,  praise!  The  fight  is  ending; 
Behold,  the  glory  draweth  near, 
The  King  Himself  will  soon  appear. 


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Watch,  brethren,  watch!  Old  time  is  flying 
Watch  as  men  watch  the  partiag  breath, 
Watch  as  men  watch  for  life  or  death. 
Look,  brethren,  look!  The  day  is  breaking: 
Hark,  brethren,  hark!  The  dead  are  waking! 
With  girded  loins  all  ready  stand; 
Behold,  the  Bridegroom  is  at  handl 

502 

YouN©  men  in  Christ  the  Lord, 
Own  Him  your  Saviour  God, 

His  name  adore; 
For  by  His  wondrous  sacrifice, 
He  paid  the  great  redemption  price, 
That  all  might  have  eternal  life, 

That  come  to  God  through  Him. 
Young  men  in  Christ  the  Lord, 
Be  mighty  in  His  word. 

Its  truths  declare: 
And  seek  the  Holy  Spirit's  power. 
By  faith  and  persevering  prayer. 
That  ye  may  witness  anywhere 

That  sinful  men  are  found. 
Young  men  in  Christ  the  King, 
Your  grateful  tribute  bring. 

Of  .love  and  praise; 
United  in  His  royal  name, 
With  loyal  hearts  His  words  proclaim 
Throughout  the  world  to  all  young  men, 
**  Ye  must  be  born  again.'' 
Young  men  in  Christ  the  Friend, 
On  Him  all  hopes  depend, 

Of  true  relief; 
To  every  burdened  soul  you  meet. 
His  gracious,  loving  words,  so  sweet, 
*'  Come  unto  Me,"  wifti  love  repeat, 

^^And  1  will  give  you  rest." 
Young  men  in  Christ,  arise. 
The  world  before  you  lies, 

Enslaved  in  sin; 
Make  haste  to  swell  the  mission  band, 
Prepare  to  go  at  His  command. 
To  save  lost  men  in  every  lana, 

At  any  sacrifice. 
Young  men  in  Christ  the  Son, 
In  Him  we  all  are  one; 

For  this  He  prayed; 
Then  let  us  jom  the  heavenly  throng, 
To  sound  His  praise  in  endless  song, 
For  all  we  have  and  are  belong 

To  Christ,  our  Lord  Divine. 

503 

We  are  coming  home  to  Jesus, 

We  have  heard  His  welcome  voice; 
We  are  trusting  in  His  goodness, 
la  His  mercy  we  rejoice. 
D:  We  are  coming  home,  :|i 
W*  mn  ooming  from  the  darkness  to  the  light ; 
U:  We  are  coming  home,  :|| 
We  are  comisg  home  to-night. 


We  are  coming  home  to  JesoiSj 

For  He  died  that  we  might  live; 
He  is  willing  to  receive  us. 

He  is  waiting  to  forgive. 
We  are  coming  home  to  Jesus, 

By  the  cross,  our  only  way; 
There  He  finished  our  redemption, 

And  we  can  no  mote  delay. 

504 

At  even,  ere  the  sun  was  set. 

The  sick,  O  Lord,  around  Thee  lay; 
Oh,  in  what  divers  pains  they  met! 

Oh,  with  what  joy  the>  went  away! 
Once  more  'tis  eventide;  and  we. 

Oppressed  with  various  ills,  draw  near; 
What  if  Thy  form  we  can  not  see. 

We  know  and  feel  that  Thou  art  here. 
O  Saviour  Christ,  our  woes  dispel; 

For  some  are  sick  and  some  are  sad. 
And  some  have  never  loved  Thee  well. 

And  some  have  lost  the  love  they  had. 
And  all,  O  Lord,  crave  perfect  rest. 

And  to  be  wholly  free  from  sin; 
And  they  who  fain  would  serve  Thee  best 

Are  conscious  most  of  sin  within. 
Thy  touch  has  still  its  ancient  power: 

No  word  from  Thee  can  fruitless  fall; 
Here  in  this  solemn  evening  hour, 

Lord,  in  Thy  mercy  heal  us  all. 

505 

O  TENDER  beseechings  of  Jesu-s! 

How  sweetly  they  fall  on  the  ear! 
O  gospel  of  grace  and  of  kindness, 

God's  love  and  compassion  brought  near! 
Is  the  Spirit  of  Jesus  now  striving  ? 

His  warning,  my  brother,  obey ; 
Resist  not  His  gracious  beseeching, 
O  grieve  not  the  Saviour  away. 
Beseeching  in  love  for  our  Saviour, 

Unworthy  we  pray  in  His  stead; 
Believe  in  the  word  of  forgiveness 

Accept  of  the  ransom  He  made. 
Beseeching  His  blood-bought,  His  ransomed, 

Your  bodies  to  Him  gladly  yield, 
That,  in  you,  and  through  you,  and  by  you, 

His  grace  may  be  fully  revealed. 
Beseeching  the  saints  to  be  holy. 

Filled  always  with  meekness  and  love; 
Like  Jesus  so  gentle  and  lowly. 

Reflecting  the  light  from  above. 
Beseeching  that  all  for  His  coming 

Unshaken  may  ever  remain. 
And  stand  with  the  saved  and  the  chosen, 

With  Him  m  His  glorious  reign. 

506 

Teoubled  heart,  thy  God  is  callxngl 

He  is  drawing  very  near; 
Do  not  hide  thy  deep  emotion. 

Do  not  check  that  falling  tear. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  t  to  6. 


lOT 


O,  be  saved,  His  grace  is  free  I 
II :  O,  be  saved,  He  died  for  thee  I  :H 
Come,  the  Spirit  still  is  pleading. 

Come  to  Him,  the  meeK  and  mild; 
He  is  v^aiting  now  to  save  you. 

Wilt  thou  not  be  reconciled? 
Art  thou  waiting  till  the  morrow? 

Thou  may' st  never  see  its  light; 
Come  at  once!  accept  His  mercy; 

He  is  waiting— come  to-night. 
Let  the  angels  bear  the  tidings 

Upward  to  the  courts  of  heaven! 
Let  them  sing,  with  holy  rapture, 

O'er  another  soul  forgiven! 

507 

©  LOKD,  my  soul  rejoiceth  in  Thee, 

My  tongue  Thy  mercy  is  telling; 
I've  found  Thy  love  so  precious  to  me, 

My  heart  with  its  rapture  is  swelling. 
Woaderful  love  I  O  Tvonderful  love  1 

I'll  slag  of  its  fullness  forever; 
I've  found  the  way  that  leadeth  above, 
The  way  to  the  life-giving  river. 
I  came  to  Thee  o'erburdened  with  care, 

My  guilt  with  sorrow  confessing; 
'Twas  love,  Thy  love,  that  banished  my  fear, 

And  gave  me  for  sadness  a  blessing. 
To  Thee  my  hope,  and  refuge  divine, 

My  faith  is  fervently  clinging; 
And  every  hour  some  token  of  love 

New  joy  to  my  spirit  is  bringing. 
I  look  beyond  this  valley  of  tears, 

Where  Thou,  a  mansion  preparing, 
Wilt  call  me  home  forever  witn  Tbee, 

The  bliss  of  the  glorified  sharing. 

608 

ETBKsrAL  life  God's  Word  proclalma 

To  lost  and  dying  men; 

By  it  alone  we  know  the  Lord, 

Unseen  by  mortal  ken. 

O  blessed  Word,  O  gracious  Word, 

We  love  it  more  and  more ; 
O  may  it  be  our  Strength  and  Sword, 
Till  earthly  strife  is  oer. 
God's  grace  is  in  His  Holy  Word, 

We  need  it  every  day; 
la  all  our  conflicts,  this  the  Sword. 

Our  every  foe  to  slay. 
By  this  same  Word  we  know  our  work; 

And  how  it  should  be  done; 
H»w  we  should  live,  and  how  through  grace 
The  promised  crown  is  won. 

609 

O  COKE  to  the  merciful  Saviour  who  calls  you, 
O  come  to  the  Lord  who  forgives  and  for- 
gets; [falls  you, 
Though  dark  be  the  fortune  on  eartn  that  be- 
A  bright  home  awaits  you  whose  sun  never 
sets. 


Corae  home,  come  home, 

In  darkness  no  longer  to  roam, 

'Tis  Jesus  who  tenderly  calls  you  (o-day. 

Oh,  brother,  my  brother,  corae  home, 

0  come  then  to  Jesus  whose  arms  are  ex- 
tended [brace; 
To  fold  His  dear  children  in  closest  em- 

O   come,  and    your    exile    shall  shortly  b« 

ended,  [face. 

And  Jesus  will  show  you  the  light  of  His 

Then   come    to   the   Saviour,   whose   mercy 

grows  brighter  [love; 

The  longer  you  look  at  the  depths  of  His 

0  fear  not,  'Tis  Jeaiis,  and  life's  cares  grow 

lighter  [above. 

While   thinking  of  home  and   the   glory 

510 

1  Aju  not  skilled  to  understand 

What   God    hath    will'd,   what   God   hatk 
I  only  know  at  His  right  hand  (plana'd; 

Is  one  who  is  my  Saviour! 
I  take  Him  at  His  word  indeed: 

*'  Christ  died  for  sinners,"  fehis  I  read; 
For  m  my  heart  I  find  a  need 

Of  Him  to  be  my  Saviour! 
That  He  should  leave  His  place  on  high^ 

And  come  for  sinful  man  to  die. 
You  count  It  strange?— so  once  did  I, 

Before  E  knew  my  Saviour! 
And  O  that  He  fulfilled  may  see 

The  travail  of  His  soul  in  me, 
And  with  His  work  contented  oe. 

As  I  with  my  dear  Saviour; 
Yea,  living,  dying,  let  me  bring 

My  strength,  my  solace  from  this  epriag, 
That  He  who  lives  to  be  my  King, 

Once  died  to  be  my  Saviour. 

511 

FotTNTAiN  of  purity  opened  for  sin , 
Here  may  the  penitent  wash  and  be  cle^i; 
Jesus,  Thou  blessed  Redeemer  from  woe, 
Wash  me  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 

Whiter  than  snow,  whiter  than  snow. 
Wash  me,  Redeemer, 

And  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow, 
Though  I  have  labored  again  and  again, 
All  my  self-cleansing  is  utterly  vain; 
Jesus,  Redeemer  from  sorrow  and  woe, 
Wash  me  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 
Cleanse  thou  the  thoughts  of  my  heart,  I 

implore, 
Help  me  Thy  light  to  reflect  more  and  more; 
Daily  in  loving  obedience  to  grow, 
Wash  me  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 
Whiter  than'^now!  nothing  further  I  need, 
Christ  is  the  fountain;  this  only  I  plead; 
Jesus  my  Saviour,  to  Thee  will  I  go, 
Wash  me  and  I  shall  be  whiter  than  snow. 


!•• 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


612 

I  BEING  to  Thee,  O  Master, 

My  burden  and  my  grief; 
I  do  believe  Thy  promise, 

Help  Thou  mine  unbelief. 
I  bring  my  guilty  nature, 

For  cleansing  and  for  cure; 
Oh,  heal  my  sore  diseases. 

Restore  and  make  me  pure. 
Thy  mercy  reaches  lower 

Than  all  the  depths  of  sin; 
As  Thy  compassions  fail  not, 

Oh,  give  me  peace  within. 
My  faltering  faith  I  bring  Thee, 

My  weak  and  waveriag  will; 
My  spirit  fails  and  faltefs; 

Thy  proiajises  fulfill. 

613 

drx  on  the  desert,  seeking,  seeking; 
Sinner,  'tis  Jesus  seeking  for  thee; 
Tenderly  calling,  <mlling,  calling. 
Hither,  thou  lost  one,  O  come  unto  Mel 
Jesus  is  calling,  Jesus  is  calling ; 

Why  dost  thou  linger  ?  why  tarry  away  ? 
Come  to  Him  quickly,  say  to  Him  gladly, 
Lord,  I  am  coming,  coming  to-day. 
Btill  He  18  waiting,  waiting,  waiting; 

O  what  compassion  beams  in  His  eye! 
Hear  Him  repeating,  gently,  gently, 

Gome  to  Thy  Saviour,  O  why  wilt  the    die? 
Lovingly  pleading,  pleading,  pleading, 

Mercy,  though  slighted,  bears  with  tnee  yet; 
Thou  canst  be  happy,  happy,  happy; 
Come  ere  the  life-star  forever  shall  set. 

614 

"God  bless  you:"  from  the  heart  we  sing 

God  give  to  every  one  His  grace; 
Till  He  on  high  Hts  ransomed  bring 

To  dwell  with  Him  in  endless  peace. 
God  bless  you  I  God  bless  you ! 

Bless  and  keep  us  all  in  Jesus'  love; 
And,  when  our  partings  here  are  over, 
Take  us  to  the  joys  above. 
God  bless  you  on  your  pilgrim  way, 

Through  storm  and  sunshine  guiding  still; 
His  presence  guard  you  day  by  day. 

And  keep  you  safe  from  every  ill. 
God  bless  you  in  this  world  of  strife, 

When  oft  the  soul  would  homeward  fly, 
And  give  the  sweetness  to  your  life, 

Of  waiting  for  the  rest  on  high. 
God  bless  you,  and  the  patience  give 

To  walk  through  life  by  Jesus'  side; 
For  Him  to  bear,  for  Him  to  live, 

And  then  with  Him  be  glorified. 
God  bless  us  all,  and  give  us  rest. 

When  Christ  shall  come  and  glory  dawn; 
Our  sun  is  swinging  toward  the  west. 

Life's  little  day  will  auon  be  gone. 


515 

Is  thy  cruse  of  comfort  failing? 

Rise  and  share  it  with  a  friend. 
And  through  all  the  years  of  fa>min« 

It  shall  serve  thee  to  the  end. 
Love  divine  will  filUthy  storehouse, 

Or  thy  handful  still  renew; 
|:  Scanty  fare  for  one  will  often 

Make  a  royal  feast  for  two.  :| 

For  the  heart  grows  rich  in  giving; 

All  its  wealth  is  li''ing  grain; 
Seeds,  which  mildew  in  the  garner, 

Scattered,  fill  with  gold  the  plain. 
Is  thy  burden  hard  and  heavy? 

Do  thy  steps  drag  wearily? 
1:  Help  to  lift  thy  brother's  burden, 

God  will  bear  both  it  and  thee.  :|| 

Lost  and  weary  on  the  mountams, 

Wouldst  thou  sleep  amidst  the  snow? 
Chafe  that  frozen  form  beside  thee, 

And  together  both  shall  glow. 
Art  thou  wounded  in  life's  battle? 

Many  stricken  round  thee  moan, 
|:  Give  to  them  thy  precious  ointment, 

And  that  balm  shall  heal  thine  own.  :| 

Is  thy  heart  a  well  left  empty? 

None  but  God  its  void  can  fill; 
Nothing  but  a  ceaseless  fountain 

Can  its  ceaseless  longings  still. 
Is  thy  heart  a  living  power? 

Self-entwined,  its  strength  sinks  low; 
J:  It  can  only  live  by  loving. 

And  by  serving,  love  will  grow.  '.|j 

616 

Lord,  at  Thy  mercy-seat 

Humbly  I  fall; 
Pleading  Thy  promise  sweet, 

Lord,  hear  my  call; 
Now  let  Thy  work  begin. 
Oh,  make  me  pure  within, 
Cleanse  me  from  every  sin, 

Jesus,  my  all. 

Tears  of  repentant  grief 

Silently  fall; 
Help  Thou  my  unbelief, 

Hear  Thou  my  call; 
Oh,  how  I  pine  for  Thee! 
»Ti6  all  my  hope  and  plea; 
Jesus  has  died  for  me, 

Jesus,  my  all. 

Still  at  Thy  mercy-seat, 

Saviour,  I  fall; 
Trusting  Thy  promise  sweet, 

Heard  is  my  call; 
Faith  wings  my  soul  to  Thee; 
This  all  my  song  shall  be: 
Jesus  has  died  for  me, 

Jesus,  my  ail. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


109 


517 

Comb  into  His  presence  with  singing, 

O  worship  the  Lord  with  a  song, 
A  tribute  of  gratitude  bringing, 

To  Him  to  whom  praises  belong; 
But  oh,  while  you  join  in  thanksgiving, 
With  voices  in  tuneful  accord, 
'  Remember,  He  watches  your  living, 
And  sing  with  your  hearts  to  the  Lord. 
Singing,  singing, 
This  is  true  worship  and  love ; 

Living,  singing, 
This  is  accepted  above. 
I  Kot  yet,  arS  the  angels  in  heaven, 
I       May  mortals  their  gratitude  sing; 
1   Not  here  upon  earth  is  it  given 
Perfection  of  service  to  bring; 
But  earnest  and  true  adoration, 

The  heart  in  the  hymn  and  the  prayer, 
"Will  be  an  accepted  oblation, 

And  lighten  life's  burden  and  care. 
Then  come  to  His  courts  with  rejoicing. 

And  join  in  the  chorus  of  praise; 
The  prayer  and  the  anthem  but  voicing 

The  thanks  which  your  loving  hearts  raise. 
"With  grace  in  your  hearts  even  duty 

Will  change  into  pleasure  ere  long, 
And  seeing  the  King  in  His  beauty, 
Your  life  shall  then  be  as  a  song. 

518 

Tbue-heaeted,  whole-hearted,  faithful,  and 

loyal. 

King  of  our  lives,  by  Thy  grace  we  will  be; 

Under  the  standard  exalted  and  royal,  [Thee. 

Strong  in  Thy  strength  we  will  battle  for 

Peal  out  the  watchword  I  silence  it  never ! 

Song  of  our  spirits,  rejoicing  and  free ; 
Peal  out  the  watchword  !  loyal  forever  1 
King  of  our  lives,  by  Thy  grace  we  will  be. 
True-hearted,  whole-hearted,  fullest  allegi- 
ance 
Yielding  henceforth  to  our  glorious  King; 
Taliant  endeavor  and  loving  obedience 

Freely  and  joyously  now  would  we  bring. 
True-hearted,  whole -hearted,   Saviour    all- 
glorious!  [alone, 
Take  Thy  great    power    and    reign    there 
Over  our  wills  and  affections  victorious, 
Freely  surrendered  and  wholly  Thine  own. 

519 

Blest  Jesus,  grant  us  strength  to  take 

Our  daily  cross,  whate'er  it  be. 
And  gladly,  for  Thine  own  dear  sake, 

In  paths  of  duty  follow  Thee. 
And  day  by  day  we  humbly  ask 

That  holy  memories  of  Thy  cross 
May  sanctify  each  common  task. 

And  turn  to  gain  each  eariu»y  loss. 


Help  us,  dear  Lord,  our  cross  to  bear. 
Till  at  Thy  feet  we  lay  it  down: 

Win  through  Thy  bl-ood  our  pard.on  there, 
And  through  the  Cross  attain  the  Crown. 

520 

How  sweet,  O  Lord,  Thy  word  of  grace 

Which  bids  a  sinner  seek  Thy  face, 
fi:And  never  seek  in  vain;:|I 

That  face,  once  set  so  steadfastly 

To  meet  Thy  cross  of  agony, 
||:Can  never  me  disdain.:  H 

Thy  visage,  marred  and  c^-owned  with  thota. 
Thou  didst  not  hide  from  grief  and  scorn, 

|j:Nor  from  the  dews  of  night;:  |j 
Yet,  in  that  face  a  love  appears 
Which  scatters  all  mv  gloomy  fears, 

P:And  fills  my  soul  with  light.:]] 

The  heavens  declare  Thy  power  and  1ot«; 

In  all  Thy  works,  below,  above, 
|j:Thy  majesty  I  trace;: 3 

But  mercy  shines  not  in  the  skies, 

And  hope  within  my  spirit  dies, 
lirUntil  I  see  Thy  face.:! 

The  brightness  of  Thy  glory,  Lord, 

Fills  heaven  and  earth  and' written  Word 
II : With  beams  of  heavenly  grace;  :fl 

But  all  the  hosts  of  heaven  shine 

With  no  such  radiance  divine 
|l:As  Thy  most  blessed  face.:i 

521 

'Tis  the  hallowed  hour  of  prayer, 

And  we  trustingly  bring 
All  our  doubtings  and  our  fears 

To  our  Saviour  and  King; 
For  we  know  that  He  delights 

A  glad  welcome  to  give, 
And  the  blessing  that  we  ask  for 

We  shall  fully  receive. 
Precious  hour  of  prayer ! 

Hallowed  hour  of  prayer  t 
Sacred  season  of  communion, 
It  is  sweet  to  be  there  ! 
'Tis  the  precious  hour  of  prayer, 

And  we  humbly  entreat: 
Father,  breathe  the  Spirit  now, 

As  we  bow  at  Thy  feet; 
Touch  our  lips  with  power  of  song; 

Fill  our  souls  with  Thy  love; 
And  bestow  the  benediction 

Of  Thy  peace  from  above. 
'Tis  the  sacred  hour  of  prayer, 

Calm  as  heaven  above; 
Soul  to  soul  is  breathing  here 

The  communion  of  love; 
Every  heart  is  sweetly  filled 

With  a  peace  most  profound; 
Oh,  the  place  is  like  to  heaven 

Where  such  true  joys  abo*md. 


110 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


522 


Behold  how  plain  the  truth  is  made; 
Since  Christ  the  ransom  price  has  paid, 
And  all  our  sins  on  Him  were  laid, 
We  must  in  Him  he  saved. 

If  thou  Shalt  confess  with  thy  mouth, 
Confess  with  thy  mouth  the  Lord  Jesus, 
And  believe  in  thine  heart 
That  God  hath  raised  Him  from  the  dead, 
II:  Thou  Shalt  be  saved.  :1J 
The  death  of  Christ  upon  the  tree 
Was  for  the  judgment  due  to  thee; 
He  died  that  thou  mightest  ransomed  b« 

And  live  by  faith  in  Him. 
By  raising  Jesus  from  the  dead 
Our  blessed  God  has  surely  said 
That  He  accepts  the  blood  He  shed 

As  cleansing  us  from  sin. 
And  new  to  God  as  sons  brought  nigh, 
We  come  and  "  Abba  Father '^'  cry, 
And  seek  the  Spirit's  full  supply. 
That  we  as  sons  may  live. 

623 

The  Lord  keep  watch  between  us, 

The  ever-present  Friend; 
No  love  like  His  so  mighty, 

To  keep  and  to  defend. 
Mizpah  !  Mizpah ! 

Keep  watch  in  tenderest  lave, 
Until  our  praises  mingle 
Around  the  throne  above. 
Though  absent  from  each  other. 

We  are  n®t  far  from  Him; 
Let  not  our  courage  falter, 

Let  nor  our  faith  grow  dim. 
Though  time  and  space  may  sever 

The  Master's  servants  here, 
'Tis  only  for  a  season, 

The  meeting  time  draws  near. 
The  Lord  Himself  is  watching 

In  tenderness  and  love; 
Let  praises  meet  and  mingle 

Around  the  throne  above. 

624 

ENCAMPEr)  along  the  hills  of  light. 

Ye  Christian  soldiers,  rise, 
And  press  the  battle  ere  the  night 

Shall  veil  the  glowing  skies. 
Against  the  foe  in  vales  below, 

Let  all  our  strength  be  hurled; 
Faith  is  the  victory,  we  know. 

That  overcomes  the  world. 
II:  Faith  is  the  victory!  :|I 

Oh,  glorious  victory, 
That  overcomes  the  world. 
His  banner  over  us  is  love, 

Our  sword  the  word  of  God; 
We  tread  the  road  the  saints  above 

With  shouts  of  triumph  trod; 


By  faith  they,  like  a  whirlwind's  breatl^ 

Swept  on  o'er  every  field; 
The  faith  by  which  they  conquered  Deatli 

Is  still  our  shining  shield. 

On  every  hand  the  foe  we  find 

Drawn  up  in  dre-ad  array; 
Let  tents  of  ease  be  left  behind, 

And  onward  to  the  fray; 
Salvation's  helmet  on  each  head, 

With  truth  all  girt  about, 
The  earth  shall  tremble  'neath  our  tread. 

And  echo  with  our  shout. 

To  Him  that  evercomes  the  foe, 

White  raiment  shall  be  given; 
Before  the  angels  he  shall  knoW 

His  name  confessed  in  heaven; 
Then  onward  from  the  hills  of  light, 

Our  hearts  with  love  aflame; 
We'll  vanquish  all  the  host'?  of  nighty 

In  Jesus*  conquering  name. 

626 

Geea-T  Jehovah,  mighty  Lord, 
Vast  and  boundless  is  Thy  word; 
King  of  kingSj  from  shore  to  shore 
Thou  Shalt  reign  for  evermore. 
Jew  and  Gentile,  bond  and  free, 
All  shall  yet  be  one  in  Thee; 
All  confess  Messiah's  name. 
All  His  wondrous  love  proclaim. 
From  her  night  shall  China  wake, 
Afric's  sons  their  chains  shall  break; 
Egypt,  where  Thy  people  trod. 
Shall  adore  and  praise  our  God. 
India's  groves  of  palm  so  fair 
Shall  resound  with  praise  and  prayer; 
Ceylon's  isle  with  joy  shall  sing, 
Glory  be  to  Christ  our  King. 
North  and  South  shall  own  Thy  sway; 
East  and  West  Thy  voice  obey; 
Crowns  and  thrones  before  Thee  fall, 
King  of  kings  and  Lord  of  all. 

626 

Slkip  on,  beloved,  sleep,  and  take  thy  rest; 
Lay  down  thy  head  upon  thy  Saviour's  breast; 
We  love  thee  well,  but  Jesus  loves  thee  best — 
Good-night!    Good-night!     Good-night! 

Calm  is  thy  slumber  as  an  infant's  sleep; 
But  thou  Shalt  wake  no  more  to  toil  and  weep; 
Thine  is  a  perfect  rest,  secure  and  deep — 
Good-night! 

Until  the  shadows  from  this  earth  are  cast; 
Until  He  gathers  in  His  sheaves  at  last; 
Until  the  twilight  gloom  be  overpast— 
Good-night! 

Until  the  Easter  glory  lights  the  skies; 
Until  the  dead  in  Jesus  shall  arise, 
And  He  shall  come,  but  not  in  lowly  guis«— 
Good-night! 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


lU 


,  made  beautiful  by  Love  Divine, 
flltJU  in  the  likeness  of  thy  Lord  shalt  shine, 
And   He  shall  bring  that  golden   crovfn   of 
Good-night!  [thine— 

Only   "Good-night,"    beloved  —  not    "fare- 
well!" 
A  li-ttle  while,  and  all  His  saints  shjn\l  dwell 
In  hallowed  union  indivisible — 
Good-night! 

Until  we  meet  again  before  His  throne. 
Clothed  in  the  spotless  robe  He  gives  His  own, 
Until  we  know  even  as  we  are  known — 
Good-night! ; 

527 

Cheist  hath  risen!    Hallelujah! 

Blessed  morn  of  life  and  light; 
Lo,  the  grave  is  rent  asunder, 

Death  is  conquered  through  His  might. 

Christ  is  risen !  Hallelujah  1 
Gladness  fills  the  world  to-day ; 

From  the  tomb  that  could  not  hold  Him, 
See,  the  stone  is  rolled  away. 

Christ  hath  risen!     Hallelujah! 

Friends  of  Jesus,  dry  your  tears; 
Through  the  vail  of  gloom  arid  darkness, 

Lo,  the  Son  of  God  appears. 

Christ  hath  risen!    Hallelujahl 
'    He  hath  risen,  as  He  said; 
He  is  BOW  the  King  of  glory, 
And  our  great  exalted  Head. 

528 

The  living  God,  who  by  His  might 
Spake  but  the  word  and  there  was  light. 

Hath  promised  now  to  show  His  grace 
To  sinful  men,  in  Jesus'  face. 

In  Jesus'  face  I  in  Jesua'  face  I 

O  wondrous  sight  I  O  wondrous  grace  I 

The  living  God,  through  sin  concealed, 
In  Jesus'  face  is  now  revealed. 

This  mighty  Christ,  so  strong  and  true, 
Has  come  from  God,  His  work  to  do; 

He  comes  with  power  the  soul  to  save, 
To  give  the  victory  o'er  the  grave. 

In  Jesus'  face  our  God  we  know. 
And  trust  in  Him  to  bear  us  through; 

He  will  not  leave  us  to  defeat. 
But  make  our  victory  complete. 

"When  darkness  gives  the  soul  distress, 
When  sorrows  on  our  pathway  press. 

One  look  at  Him  will  clouds  displace. 
While  comfort  beams  from  Jesus'  face. 

Then  come,  ye  weary  ones,  and  rest; 

Come,  sinful  souls,  and  here  be  blessed; 
Within  your  heart  give  Christ  His  place, 

And  Bee  God's  love  in  Jesus'  face. 


529 

O  Saviour,  precious  Saviour, 

Whom,  ye^  unseen,  we  love; 
O  Name  of  might  and  favor. 

All  other  names  above. 

We  worship  Thee !  we  bless  Thee! 

To  Thee  alone  we  sing  ! 
We  praise  Thee  and  confess  Thee, 
Our  Saviour,  Lord  and  King. 
O  bringer  of  salvation, 

Who  wondrously  hast  wrought. 
Thyself  the  revelation 

Of  love  beyond  our  thought. 
In  Thee  all  fullness  dwellethj 

All  grace  and  power  divine; 
The  glory  that  excelleth, 

O  Son  of  God,  is  Thine. 
Oh,  grant  the  consummation 

Of  this  our  song,  above 
In  endless  adoration, 

And  everlasting  love. 

530 

Beyond  the  light  of  setting  suns. 

Beyond  the  clouded  sky, 
Beyond  where  starlight  fades  in  night,— 

I  have  a  home  on  high. 

A  mansion  there,  not  made  with  hands, 

A  place  prepared  for  me ; 
And  while  God  lives,  and  angels  sing, 
That  home  mj  home  shall  be. 
Beyond  all  pain,  beyond  all  care, 

Beyond  life's  mystery. 
Beyond  the  range  of  time  and  change, — 

My  home's  reserved  for  me. 
Swift-flying  worlds,  their  nights  that  roU 

Far  out  on  seas  of  light, 
Will  bring  no  darkness  to  my  soul; 

My  home's  beyond  the  night. 
My  sins  and  sorrows,  strifes  and  fears,     > 

I  bid  them  all  farewell, 
Hi»h  up  amid  th' eternal  years, 

With  Christ,  my  Lord,  to  dwell. 

531 

O  DAY  of  rest  and  gladness, 

O  day  of  joy  and  light; 
O  balm  of  care  and  sadness. 

Most  beautiful,  most  bright; 
On  thee  the  high  and  lowly, 

Through  ages  joined  in  tune, 
Sing  "Holy,  holy,  holy," 

To  the  great  God  Triune. 

On  thee,  at  the  creation, 

The  light  first  had  its  birth; 
On  thee,  for  our  salvation, 

Christ  rose  from  depths  of  earthj 
On  thee  our  Lord  victorious, 

The  Spirit  sent  from  heaven; 
And  thus  on  thee,  most  glorioua 

A  triple  light  was  given. 


ii2 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


New  graces  ever  gaining 

From  tht3  our  day  of  rest, 
We  reach  the  rest  remaining 

To  spirits  of  the  blest; 
To  Holy  Ghost  be  praises, 

To  Father,  and  to  Son; 
The  Church  her  voice  upraises 

To  Thee,  blest  Three  in  One. 

532 

"Stebtch  forth  thy  hand,"  thy  paZ^tcd  hand, 
Fear  not,  it  is  thy  Lord's  command; 
Seek  not  from  Him  to  hide  thy  sin, 
Confess,  and  ask  to  be  made  clean. 

"  Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  on  Christ  believe, 

•'  Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  the  power  receive 

He  offers  grace  so  full  and  free, 

"  Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  He  speaks  to  thee. 
"Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  thy  empty  hand, 
No  gift  of  thme  will  God  commend; 
The  empty  hand  that  shows  thy  need, 
Of  this  alone  will  He  take  heed. 
**  Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  ihj  helpless  hand. 
Upheld  by  God,  thy  soul  shall  stand; 
Fight  not  in  thine  own  strength  the  foe, 
But  trusting  Jesus,  onward  go. 
"Stretch  forth  thy  hand,"  thy  dying  hand. 
When  thou  shalt  come  to  Jordan's  strand; 
Through  all  the  billows  Christ  shall  guide, 
And  bring  thee  safe  to  Canaan's  side. 

533 

Hot  now,  but  in  the  coming  years, 

It  may  be  in  the  better  land, 
We'll  read  the  meaning  of  our  tears. 
And  there,  sometime,  we'll  understand. 
Then  trust  in  God  through  all  thy  days ; 
Fear  not !  for  He  doth  hold  thy  hand  ; 
Though  dark  thy  way,  still  sing  and  praise 
Sometime,  sometime,  we'll  understand. 
We'll  catch  the  broken  threads  again. 

And  finish  what  we  here  began; 
Heaven  Avill  the  mysteries  explain, 

And  then,  ah,  then,  we'll  understand. 
We'll  know  why  clouds  instead  of  sun 

Were  over  many  a  cherished  plan; 
Why  song  has  ceased  when  scarce  begun: 
'Tis  there,  sometime,  we'll  understand. 
Why  what  we  long  for  most  of  all. 

Eludes  so  oft  our  eager  hand; 
Why  hopes  are  crushed  and  castles  fall, 
Up  there,  sometime,  we'll  understand. 
God  knows  the  way,  He  holds  the  key, 

He  guides  us  with  unerring  hand; 
Sometime  with  tearless  eyes  we'll  see; 
Yes,  there,  up  there,  we'll  understand. 

534 

Fading  away  like  the  stars  of  the  morning. 
Losing  their  light  in  the  glorious  sun— 

Thua  would  we  pass  from  the  earth  and  its 
toiling, 
Only  remembered  by  what  we  have  done. 


Only  remembered,  only  remembered, 

Only  remembered  by  what  we  have  done ; 
Thus  would  we  pass  from  the  earth  and  its  toiling^ 
Only  remembered  by  what  we  have  done. 
Shall  we  be  missed,  though  by  others  suc- 
ceeded, [sown? 
Reaping  the  fields  we  in  spring-time  have 
No,  for  the  sowers  may  pass  from  their  labors, 
Only  remembered  by  what  they  have  done. 
Only  the  truth  that  in  life  we  have  spoken, 

Only  the  seed  that  on  earth  we  have  sown; 
These  shall  pass  onward  when  we  are  forgot- 
ten, [done. 
Fruits  of  the  harvest  and  what  we    have 
Oh,  when  the  Saviour  shall   make  up  Hi« 
jewels,  [won, 
When  the  bright  crowns   of  rejoicing  are 
Then  shall  His  weary  and  faithful  disciples 
All  be  remembered  by  what  they  have  don*. 

535 

WoEK,  for  time  is  flying, 

Work  with  hearts  sincere; 
Work,  for  souls  are  dying. 

Work,  for  night  is  near; 
In  the  Master's  vineyard 

Go  and  work  to-rday; 
Be  no  useless  sluggard, 

Standing  in  the  way. 
In  this  glorious  calling, 

Work  till  day  is  o'er; 
Work  till  evening  falling; 

You  can  work  no  more; 
Then  your  labor  bringing 

To  the  King  of  kings. 
Borne,  with  joy  and  singing, 

Home  on  angels'  wings. 
There  where  saints  adore  HirOg 

Where  the  ransomed  meet, 
Joy  they  show  before  Him, 

Bowing  at  His  feet; 
Hear  the  Master  saying. 

From  His  heavenly  throne. 
When  thy  toil  rewarding, 

"Laborer,  well  done!" 

536 

Have  you  sought  for  the  sheep  that  bar* 
wandered, 

Far  away  on  the  dark  mountains  cold? 
Have  you  gone,  like  the  tender  Shepherd, 

To  bring  them  again  to  the  fold? 
Have  you  followed  their  weary  footsteps. 

And  the  wild  desert  waste  have  you  crossed, 
Nor  lingered  till  safe  home  returning, 

You  have  gathered  the  sheep  that  were  lostf 
Have  you  been  to  the  sad  and  the  lonely, 

Whose  burdens  are  heavy  to  bear? 
Have  you  carried  the  name  of  Jesus, 

And  tenderly  breathed  it  in  prayer? 
Have  you  told  of  the  great  salvation 

He  aied  on  the  cross  to  secure? 
Have  you  asked  them  to  trust  in  the  Saviour 

Whose  love  shall  forever  endure? 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  b. 


118 


Have  you  knelt  by  the  sick  and  the  dying, 

The  message  of  mercy  to  tell? 
Have  you  stood  by  the  trembling  captive, 

Alone  in  his  dark  prison  cell? 
Have  you  pomted  the  lost  to  Jesus, 

And  urged  them  on  Him  to  believe? 
Have  you  told  of  the  life  everlasting 

That  all,  if  they  will,  may  receive? 

If  to  Jesus  you  answer  these  questions, 

And  to  Him  have  been  faithful  and  true, 
Then  behold,  in  the  mansions  yonder  * 

Are  crowns  of  rejoicing  for  you; 
And  there  from  the  King  eternal 

Your  welcome  and  greeting  shall  be,  fren," 
•*  Inasmuch  "  as  'twas  done  for  •*  My  Dieth- 

Even  so  it  was  done  ♦'  unto  Me.'* 

537 

When  morning  gilds  the  skies, 
My  heart  awaking  cries, 
May  Jesus  Christ  oe  praised; 
Alike  at  work  and  prayer, 
To  Jesus  I  repair; 
May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised. 

Does  sadness  fill  my  mind? 
A  solace  here  I  find, 
May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised; 
Or  fades  my  earthly  bliss? 
My  comfort  still  is  this. 
May  Jesus»Christ  be  praised. 

Be  this,  while  life  is  mine, 
My  canticle  divine, 
May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised; 
Be  this  th' eternal  song, 
Thr'ough  all  the  ages  long, 
May  Jesus  Christ  be  praised. 

638 

The  ©all  of  God  is  sounding  clear, 
O  Christian,  let  it  reach  thine  ear; 
Endeavor  now  of  souls  to  bring 
A  band  to  love  and  serve  the  King. 

Let  us  go  forth,  the  call  is  clear, 
Let  us  go  forth,  no  tarrying  here ; 
For  Him  to  live,  the  Christ,  the  Lord, 
A  crown  from  Him  our  high  reward. 

Let  us  go  forth,  as  called  of  God, 
Kedeemed  by  Jesus'  precious  blood; 
His  love  to  show,  His  life  to  live, 
His  message  speak,  His  mercy  give. 

Let  "Christ  alone!"  our  watchword  be— 
The  Son  of  God  who  made  us  free; 
He  bore  our  sins,  He  makes  us  pure, 
\For  His  name's  sake  we  all  endure. 

The  Christ  of  God  to  glorify, 
Hi8  grace  in  us  to  magnify;— 
His  word  of  life  to  all  make  knowst 
Be  this  our  work,  and  this  aloud* 
8 


539 


I  WILL  lift  up  mine  eyes  unto  the  hills,  from 

whence  (  cometh  my  |  help;  || 
My  help  cometh  from  the  Lord,  which  made 

I  heaven  and  |  earth.  |l 
He  will  not  suffer  thy  foot  to  be  moved:   H© 

that  keepeth  thee  |  will  not  J  slumber;  H 
Behold,  He  that  keepeth  Israel  shall  neither 

I  slumber  nor  |  sleep.  { 
The  Lord  is  thy  keeper;  the  Lord  is  thy  shade 

upon  thy  |  right  (  hand;  1| 
The  sun  shall  not  smite  thee  by  day,  nor  the 

I  moon  by  |  night.  || 
The  Lord  shall  preserve  thee  from  all  evil: 

He  shall  pre-  |  serve  thy  |  soul,  j 
The  Lord  shall  preserve  thy  going  out  and  thy 

coming  in  from  this  time  forth,  and  even 

for  1  ever-  |  more.  |  Amen,  y 

640 

Peess  on,  press  on,  O  pilgrim. 

Rejoicing  in  the  Lord; 
Believing  in  His  promise, 

And  trusting  in  His  word; 
Fear  not,  for  He  is  with  us, 

Whate'er  the  cross  we  bear; 
And  soon,  beyond  the  swelling  tide, 

We'll  gather  over  there. 

II:  Gather  over  there,  :|| 
And  soon,  beyond  the  swelling  tide, 
We'll  gather  over  there. 
Press  on,  press  on,  O  pilgrim, ^ 

Along  the  heavenly  way; 
Remember  God  commands  us 

To  watch  and  work  and  pray; 
He  bids  us  all  be  faithful, 

And  cast  on  Him  our  care; 
And  soon,  beyond  the  swelling  tide. 

We'll  gather  over  there. 
Press  on,  press  on,  O  pilgrim. 

Though  clouds  and  storms  may  rise; 
The  Light  that  never  faileth 

Shines  brightly  in  the  skies; 
Press  on  where  crowns  await  us, 

In  yonder  mansions  fair; 
And  soon,  beyond  the  swelling  tide, 

We'll  gather  over  there. 

641 

Theee's  a  wideness  in  God's  mercy, 

litke  the  wideness  of  the  sea; 
There's  a  kindness  in  His  justice, 

Which  is  more  than  liberty. 
There  is  welcome  for  the  sinner. 

And  more  graces  for  the  good;  , 

There  is  mercy  with  the  Saviour; 

There  is  healing  in  His  blood. 
For  the  love  of  God  is  broader 

Than  the  measure  of  man's  mio^ 
And  the  heart  of  the  Eternal 

la  most  wonderfully  kind. 


114 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


If  our  love  were  but  more  simple. 
We  should  take  Him  at  His  word; 

And  our  lives  would  be  all  sunshine 
In  the  sweetness  of  our  Lord, 

542 

U  DAUQHTEB,  take  good  heed, 

Incline,  and  give  good  ear; 
Thou  must  forget  thy  kindred  all, 

And  father's  house  most  dear. 
Thy  beauty  to  the  King 

Shall  then  delightful  be; 
And  do  thou  humbly  worship  Him, 

Because  thy  Lord  is  He. 

With  gladness  and  with  joy, 
Thou  all  of  them  shalt  bring, 

And  they  together  enter  shall 
The  palace  of  the  King, 

II:  The  palace  of  the  King;  :ll 

And  they  together  enter  shall 
The  palace  of  the  King. 

The  daughter  then  of  Tyre 

There  with  a  gift  shall  be, 
And  all  the  wealthy  of  the  land 

Shall  make  their  suit  to  thee. 
The  daughter  of  the  King 

All-glorious  is  within, 
And  with  embroideries  of  gold 

Her  garments  wrought  have  been. 

She  Cometh  to  the  King 

In  robes  with  needle  wrought; 
The  virgins  that  do  follow  her 

Shall  unto  Thee  be  brought. 
With  gladness  and  with  joy 

Thou  all  of  them  shalt  bring, 
And  they  together  enter  shall 

The  palace  of  the  King. 

And  in  Thy  father's  stead, 

Thy  children  thou  shalt  take, 
And  in  all  places  of  the  earth 

Them  noble  princes  make. 
I  will  show  forth  thy  name 

To  generations  all  : 
The  people  therefore  evermore 

To  Thee  give  praises  shall. 

543 

O  HAPPY  day  that  fixed  my  choice 
On  Thee,  my  Saviour  and  my  God! 

Well  may  this  glowing  heart  rejoice, 
And  tell  its  raptures  all  abroad. 

Happy  day,  happy  day, 

When  Jesus  washed  my  sins  away ; 

He  taught  me  how  to  M»atch  and  pray. 

And  live  rejoicing  every  day  ; 

Happy  day,  happy  day, 

When  Jesus  washed  my  sins  away. 

O  happy  bond  that  seals  my  vows 
To  Him  who  merits  all  my  love; 

Let  cheerful  anthems  fill  His  house, 
WMie  to  thsit  socfed  shrine  I  move. 


'Tis  done,  the  great  transaction's  done; 

I  am  my  Lord's,  and  He  is  mine; 
He  drew  me,  and  I  followed  on, 

Charmed  to  confess  the  voice  divine. 
Now  rest,  my  long-divided  heart. 

Fixed  on  this  blissful  centre,  rest; 
Nor  ever  from  thy  Lord  depart, 

With  Him  of  every^good  possessed. 
High  heaven,  that  heard  the  solemn  vow, 

That  vow  renewed  shall  daily  hear. 
Till  in  life's  latest  hour  I  bow, 

And  bless  in  death  a  bond  so  dear. 

544 

Speed  away!  speed  away  on  your  mission  of 
light,  [night: 

To  the  lands  that  are  lying  in  darkness  and 

'Tis  the  Master's  comniand;  go  ye  forth'  in 
His  name. 

The  wonderful  Gospel  of  Jesus  proclaim; 

Take  your  lives  in  your  hand,*;o  jLc  work 
while  'tis  day,     '  „  | 

Speed  away!  speed  Livay!  si»eedaway'i 

Speed  away,  bpeed  away  with  the  life-giving 
Word,    '  Lord; 

To  the  nations  that  know  not  the  voice  of  the 
Take  the  wings  of  the  morning  and  fly  o'er 
the  wave,  [to  save; 

In  the  strength  of  your  Master  the  lost  one3 
He  is  calling  once  more,  not  a  moment's  de- 
lay, 
Speed  away!  speed  away!  speed  away'    Prest 

Speed  away,  spe^d  away  with  the  message  of 
To  the  souls  by  the  tempter  in  bondage  op- 
pressed; [from  sin. 
For  the  Saviour  has  purchased  their  ransom 
And  the  banquet  is  ready,  O  gather  them  inl 
To  the  rescue  make  haste,  there's  no  time 

for  delay. 
Speed  away!  speed  away!  speed  awayl 

545 

Hallelujah!    Hallelujah! 

Hearts  to  heaven  and  voices  raise; 
Sing  to  God  a  hymn  of  gladness, 

Sing  to  God  a  hymn  of  praise. 
He  who  on  the  cross  a  victim 

For  the  world's  salvation  bled, 
Jesus  Christ,  the  King  of  glory, 

Now  is  risen  from  the  dead. 
Christ  is  risen,  Christ  the  first-fruits 

Of  the  holy  harvest-field. 
Which  will  all  its  full  abundance 

At  His  glorious  advent  yield; 
Then  the  golden  ears  of  harvest 

Will  before  His  presence  wave» 
Kising  in  His  sunshine,  joyous, 

From  the  furrows  of  the  grave. 
Hallelujah!  Hallelujah! 

Glory  be  to  God  above! 
Hallelujah  to  the  Saviour, 

Fdttfit  of  life  and  source  of  love; 


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Hallelujah  to  the  Spirit; 

Let  our  high  ascriptions  be, 
Hallelujah,  now  and  ever. 

To  the  blessed  Trinity. 

546 

♦'Cast  thy  bread  upon  the  waters," 

You  who  have  but  scant  supply; 
Angel  eyes  will  watch  above  it, 

You  shall  find  it  by  and  by: 
He  who  in  His  righteous  balance 

Doth  each  human  action  weigh, 
Will  your  sacrifice  remember, 

Will  your  loving  deeds  repay. 

**Ca3t  thy  bread  upon  the  waters,'* 

Sad  and  weary,  worn  with  care; 
Often  sitting  in  the  shadow, — 

Have  you  not  a  crumb  to  spare? 
Can  you  not  to  those  around  you 

Sing  some  little  song  of  hope. 
As  you  look  with  longing  vision 

Through  faith's  mighty  telescope? 

♦*Cast  thy  bread  upon  tlie  waters," 

You  who  have  abundant  store; 
It  may  float  on  many  a  billow, 

It  may  strand  on  many  a  shore j 
You  may  think  it  lost  forever^ 

But,  as  sure  as  God  is  true, 
In  this  life,  or  in  the  other, 

It  will  yet  return  to  you. 

647 

Oh,  list  to  the  watchman  crying, 

Come,  come  away; 
The  arrows  of  death  are  flying, 

Come,  come  to-day. 
II :  Come,  come  away  ;  :|] 
Jesus  is  gently  calling, 
Come,  come  to-day. 
The  Spirit  of  God  is  pleading, 

Come,  come  away; 
The  Saviour  is  interceding. 

Come,  come  to-day. 
The  mercy  of  God  is  calling, 

Come,  come  away: 
How  sweetly  the  words  are  falling. 

Come,  come  to-day. 
The  angels  of  God  entreat  you. 

Come,  come  away; 
The  Father  Himself  will  meet  you, 

Come,  come  to-day. 

548 

Oh,  hear  the  joyful  message, 

'Tis  sounding  far  and  wide; 
Good  news  of  full  salvation, 

Through  Him,  the  Crucified 
God's  Word  is  truth  eternal; 

Its  promise  all  may  claim. 
Who  look  by  faith  to  Jesus, 

And  call  upon  His  name. 


tl:  "  Whosoever  calletb,  HI 
Whosoever  calleth  on  His  name  shall  be  saved  t 

11:  Whosoever  calleth,  :!l 
Whosoever  calleth  on  the  Lord  shall  be  saved  V* 

Ye  souls  that  long  in  darkness 

The  path  of  sin  have  trod, 
Behold  the  light  of  mercy! 

Behold  the  Lamb  of  God; 
With  all  your  heart  believe  Him, 

And  now  the  promise  claim, 
That  none  shall  ever  perish 

Who  call  upon  His  name. 

Ye  weary,  heavy-laden, 

Oppressed  with  toil  and  care, 
He  waits  to  bid  you  welcome, 

And  all  your  burdens  bear; 
A  precious  gift  He  offers, 

A  gift  that  all  may  claim, 
Who  look  to  Him  believing, 

And  call  upon  His  name. 

549 

"Though  your  sins  be  as  scarlet, 
They  shall  be  as  white  as  snow; 

Though  they  be  red  like  crimson^ 
They  shall  be  as  w(X)l;" 

||:  "  Though  your  sins  be  as  scarlet,  :| 

II :  They  shall  be  as  white  as  snow."  :| 

Hear  the  voice  that  entreats  you. 

Oh!  return  ye  unto  God! 
He  is  of  great  compassion, 

And  of  wondrous  love; 
II :  Hear  the  voice  that  entreats  you,  :| 
11 :  Oh,  return  ye  unto  God!  .|j 

He'll  forgive  your  transgressions. 
And  remember  them  no  more! 

"Look  unto  me,  ye  people," 
Saith  the  Lord  your  God; 

|:  He'll  forgive  your  transgressions,  :fl 

ii:  And  remember  them  no  more.  ;|| 

550 

Ho,  reapers  in  the  whitened  harvest! 

Oft  feeble,  faint  and  few. 
Come  wait  upon  the  blessed  Master, 

Our  strength  He  will  renew. 

For  "  they  that  wait  upon  the  Lord  shall  renew  their 

strength, 
They  shall  mount  up  with  wings,  they  shall  mount 
up  with  wiugs  as  eagles  ; 
j|:  They  shall  run  and  not  be  weary, 
They  shall  walk  and  not  faint."  rfl 

Too  oft  a-weary  and  discouraged, 

We  pour  a  sad  complaint; 
Believing  in  a  living  Saviour; 

Why  should  we  ever  faint? 

Rejoice,  for  He  is  with  us  alway; 

Lo,  even  to  the  end! 
Look  up,  take  courage  and  go  forward, 

All  needed  grace  He'll  send. 


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551 


*<  Neither  do  I  condemn  thee;" — 

0  words  ©f  wondrous  grace; 

Thy  sins  were  borne  upon  ,the  cross, 
Believe,  and  go  in  peace. 
"  Neither  do  I  condemn  thee," 

O  sing  it  o'er  and  o'er ; 

♦'  Neither  do  I  condemn  thee, 

Go,  and  sin  no  more." 

^Keither  do  I  condemn  thee,"— 

For  tnere  is  therefore  now 
Ko  condemnation  for  thee. 
As  at  the  cross  you  bow. 
*' Neither  do  I  condemn  thee," — 

1  came  not  to  condemn; 

I  came  from  God  to  save  thee, 
And  turn  thee  frbm  thy  sin. 

**jNeither.do  I  condemn  thee," — 
O  praise  the  God  of  grace; 

O  praise  His  Son,  our  Saviour, 
For  this  His  word  of  peace. 

552 

He  lives  and  loves,  our  Saviour  King; 
"With  joyful  lips  your  tribute  bring; 
Eepeat  His  praise,  exalt  His  Name, 
"Whose  grace  and  truth  are  still  the  same. 

His  mercy  flows,  an  endless  stream, 

To  all  eternity  the  same ; 

To  all  eternity,  to  all  eternity, 

To  all  eternity  the  same. 
His  hand  is  strong,  His  word  endures, 
His  sacrifice  our  peace  secures; 
From  sin  and  death  He  doth  redeem, 
His  changeless  love  be  all  our  theme. 

Each  day  reveals  His  constant  love. 
With  ' '  mercies  new ' '  from  heaven  above; 
Through  ages  past  His  word  has  stood; 
Oh,  taste  and  see  that  He  is  good. 

553 

O  THANK  tke  Lord,  the  Lord  of  love, 

O  thank  the  God  all  gods  above; 

O  thank  the  mighty  King  of  kin^s, 

Whose  arm  hath  done  such  wondrous  things. 

His  mercy  flows,  etc. 

Whose  wisdom  gave  the  heavens  their  birth. 
And  on  the  waters  spread  the  earth; 
Who  taught  yon  glorious  lights  their  way. 
The  radiant  sun  to  rule  the  day. 

The  moon  and  stars  to  rule  the  night, 
With  radiance  of  a  milder  light; 
Who  smote  the  Egyptians'  stubborn  pride, 
When  in  His  wrath  their  first-born  died. 

Who  thought  on  us  amidst  our  woes, 
And  rescued  us  from  all  our  foes; 
Who  daily  feeds  each  livin»  thin|; 
Oiihank  the  heaven's  Almighty  King, 


554 

When  morning  lights  the  eastern  skiai. 

Thy  mercy,  Lord,  disclose; 
And  let  Thy  loving-kindness  rise; 
On  Thee  my  hopes  repose. 
I1--  On  Thee  my  hopes  repose ;  :li 
And  let  Thy  loving-kindness  rise ; 
On  Thee  my  hopes  repose. 
Teach  me  the  way  where  I  should  go; 

I  lift  my  soul  to  Thee; 
Eedeem  me  from  the  raging  foe: 

To  Thee,  O  Lord,  I  flee. 
Because  Thou  art  my  God,  I  pray, 
Teach  me  to  do  Thy  will; 

0  lead  me  in  the  perfect  way 
By  Thy  good  Spirit  still. 

Kevive  me,  Lord,  for  Thy  great  name^ 
And  for  Thy  judgment's  sake; 

From  all  my  woes,  O  Lord,  reclaim, 
My  soal  from  trouble  take. 

5.55 

O  THOU,  my  soul,  bless  God  the  Lord, 

And  all  that  in  me  is; 
Be  lifted  up  His  holy  name 

To  magnify  and  bless. 
"  Bless  the  Lord,  bless  the  Lord, 
Bless  the  Lord,  O  my  soul, 
And  allKhat  is  within  me, 
Bless  His  holy  name." 
Bless.  O  my  soul,  the  Lord  thy  God, 

Ana  not  forgetful  be 
Of  all  His  gracious  benefits 

He  hath  bestowed  on  thee. 
All  thy  iniquities  who  doth 

Most  graciously  forgive; 
Who  thy  diseases  all  and  pains 

Doth  heal,  and  thee  relieve. 
Who  doth  redeem  thy  life,  that  thou 

To  death  may'st  not  go  down; 
Who  thee  with  loving-kindness  doth 

And  tender  mercies  crown. 

556 

I'LL  Thee  exalt,  my  God,  0  King, 

Thy  name  I  will  adore; 
I'll  bless  Thee  every  day,  and  praise 

Thy  name  for  evermore. 
The  Lord  is  great,  much  to  be  praised, 

His  greatness  search  exceeds; 
Eace  unto  race  shall  praise  Thy  works. 

And  show  Thy  mighty  deeds. 

1  of  Thy  glorious  majesty 
The  honor  will  record; 

I'll  speak  of  all  Thy  mighty  works, 
Which  wondrous  are,  O  Lord. 

Men,  of  Thine  acts  the  might  shall  shoWj 
Thine  acts  that  dreadful  are; 

And  I,  Thy  glory  to  advance. 
Thy  greatness  will  declarOo 


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657 

/CRIED  to  God,  I  cried,  He  heard; 

In  day  of  grief  I  sought  the  Lord; 

AH  ni^ht  with  hands  stretched  out  I  wept, 

My  soul  no  comfort  would  accept. 

Hath  God  forgot-ten  to  be  kind  ? 

His  tender  love  in  wrath  confined  ? 

My  weakness  this,  yet  faith  doth  stand, 

Recalling  years  of  God's  right  hand. 
I  thought  of  God,  and  was  distressed: 
Complained,  yet  trouble  round  me  pressed; 
Thou  holdest.  Lord,  my  eyes  awake; 
6o  great  my  grief  I  can  not  speak. 
The  days  of  old  I  called  to  mind, 
The  ancient  years  when  God  was  kind; 
I  called  to  mind  my  song  by  night; 
My  musing  spirit  sought  for  light. 
Will  God  cast  off  for  evermore? 
His  favor  will  He  ne'er  restore? 
His  grace  forever  passed  away? 
Or  doth  His  promise  fall  for  aye? 

558 

In  Thy  great  loving-kindness,  Lord, 

Be  merciful  to  me; 
In  Thy  compassions  great  blot  out 

All  my  iniquity. 

Wash  Thou  me,  yes,  wash  Thou  me, 
And  then  I  shall' be  whiter  than  the  snow, 
I  shall  be  whiter  than  the  snow, 
0  wash  me  thoroughly  from  sin; 

From  all  my  guilt  nie  cleanse; 
For  my  transgressions  I  confess; 

I  ever  see  my  sins. 
'Gamst  Thee,  Thee  only,  have  I  sinned, 

Done  evil  in  Thy  siglit,  [just. 

That  when  Thou  speak' st  Thou  may'st   be 

And  m  Thy  judging  right. 
Behold,  I  in  iniquity 

My  being  first  received; 
And  with  a  nature  all  corrupt 

My  mother  me  conceived. 

559 

Thee  will  I  love,  O  Lord,  my  strength, 

My  fortress  is  the  Lord; 
My  Rock,  and  He  that  doth  to  me 
Deliverance  afford. 

My  God  whom  I  will  trust, 

A  buckler  unto  me, 
The  horn  of  my  salvation,  too; 
And  my  high  tower  is  He. 
The  Lord  is  worthy  to  be  praised, 

Upon  His  name  I'll  call; 
And  He  from  all  my  enemies 

Preserve  me  safely  shall. 
In  my  distress  I  called  on  God, 

Cry  to  my  God  did  I, 
He  from  His  temple  heard  my  voice, 
To  His  ears  came  my  cry. 


I  therefore  will  to  Thee,  O  Lord, 
In  songs  my  thanks  proclaim; 

And  I  among  the  heathen  will 
Sing  praises  to  Thy  name. 

560 

Far  from  Thy  sacred  courts  my  tears 
Have  been  my  food  by  night  and  day, 

While  constantly,  with  bitter  sneers, 
"  Where  is  thy  God?"  the  scoffers  say. 

As  pants  the  hart  for  water-brooks, 
So  pants  my  soul,  O  God,  for  Thee : 

For  Thee  it  thirsts,  to  Thee  it  looks, 
And  longs  the  living  God  to  see. 

These  things  I'll  call  to  mind,  and  cry, 
When  I  shall  tread  the  sacred  way 

To  Zion,  pi-aising  God  on  high. 
With  throngs  who  keep  the  holy  day. 

O  why  art  thou  cast  down,  my  soul? 

And  what  should  so  disquiet  thee? 
Still  hope  in  God,  and  Him  extol, 

WTiose  face  brings  saving  health  to  me. 

561 

Feom  the  depths  do  I  invoke  Thee, 

O  Jehovah,  give  an  ear; 
To  my  voice  be  Thou  attentive. 
And  my  supplications  hear. 
I  am  waiting,  I  am  waiting. 

And  my  hope  is  in  His  word ; 
I  am  waiting,  ever  waiting. 
Yea,  my  soul  waits  for  the  Lord- 
Lord,  if  Thou  shouldst  mark  transgressions, 

Who  before  Thee,  Lord,  shall  stand? 
But  with  Thee  there  is  forgiveness, 

That  Thy  name  may  fear  command. 
Israel,  hope  thou  in  Jehovah, 

Mercies  great  are  found  with  Him; 
He,  abounding  in  redemption, 
Israel  will  from  sin  rededha. 

562 

O  PEAisE  our  Lord,  where  rich  in  grace 
His  presence  fills  His  holy  place; 
Praise  Him  in  yon  celestial  arch, 
l!:Where  holds  His  power  its  glorious  march. ;I| 

O  praise  Him,  O  praise  Him  for  all  His  deeds  of  fame, 
O  praise  Him,  O  praise  Him,  O  praise  His  mighty 
name; 
Let  all  that  breathe  with  glad  accord 
Lift  up  their  voice  and  praise  the  Lordo 

O  praise  Him  for  His  deeds  of  fame, 
O  praise  the  greatness  of  His  name; 
O  praise  Him  with  the  trumpet's  sound, 
II : With  harp  and  psaltry  answering  round.:  | 

O  praise  Him  with  the  notes  of  joy, 

And  every  harp  in  praise  employ; 

On  cymbals  loud,  Jehovah  praise, 

ll:On  cymbals  high  His  glory  raise.:! 


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563 


f  o  Thee  I  lift  my  soul,  O  Lord; 

My  God,  I  trust  in  Thee; 
O  let  me  never  be  ashamed, 

Ner  foes  exult  o'er  me. 

Remember  me,  remember  me, 

O  Lord,  remember  me ; 
In  mercy  for  Thy  goodness'  sake, 

0  Lord,  remember  me. 

O  Lord,  let  none  be  put  to  shame, 

Upon  Thee  who  attend; 
But  make  all  those  to  be  ashamed, 

"Who  causelessly  offend. 

Thy  ways,  Lord,  show;  teach  me  Thy  paths; 

Lead  me  in  truth,  teach  me: 
For  of  my  safety  Thou  art  God; 

All  day  I  wait  on  Thee. 

Let  not  the  errors  of  my  youth, 

Nor  sins  remembered  be; 
In  mercv,  for  Thy  goodness'  sake, 

O  Lord,  remember  me.  * 

564 

Down  in  the  valley  with  my  Saviour  I  would 
go,  [waters  flow; 

Where  the  flowers  are  blooming  and  the  sweet 

Everywhere  He  leads  me  I  would  follow, 
follow  on,  [won. 

Walking  in  His  footsteps  till  the  crown  be 

Follow!  follow  !  I  would  follow  Jesus  I 
Anywhere,  everywhere,  I  would  follow  on  1 
Follow  !  follow  !  I  would  follow  Jesus  ! 
Everywhere  He  leads  me  1  would  follow  on  1 

Down  in  the  valley  with  my  Saviour  I  would 
go,  [waters  flow; 

Where  the  storms  are  sweeping  and  the  dark 

With  His  hand  to  lead  me  I  will  never, 
never  fear. 

Dangers  can  not  fwght  me  if  my  Lord  is  near. 

Down  in   the  valley,  or  upon  the  mountain 

steep, 
Close  beside  my  Saviour  would  my  soul  ever 

keep;  [has  trod. 

He  will  lead  me  safely,  in  the  path  that  He 
Up  to  where  they  gather  on  the  hills  of  God. 

565 

Jesus  knows  thy  sorrow. 

Knows  thine  every  care; 
Knows  thy  deep  contrition. 

Hears  thy  feeblest  prayer; 
Do  not  fear  to  trust  Him — 

Tell  Him  all  thy  grief. 
Cast  on  Him  thy  burden, 

He  will  bring  relief. 
Trust  the  heart  of  Jesus, 

Thou  art  precious  there; 
Surely  He  would  shield  thee 

From  the  tempter's  snare; 


Safely  He  would  lead  thee 

By  His  own  sweet  way, 
Out  into  the  glory 

Of  a  brighter  day. 
Jesus  knows  thy  conflict. 

Hears  thy  burdened  sigh; 
When  thy  heart  is  wounded, 

Hears  thy  plaintive  cry; 
He  thy  soul  will  strengthen. 

Overcome  thy  fears; 
He  will  send  thee  co-mfort. 

Wipe  away  tny  tears. 

5ee 

Gather  them  in!  for  yet  there  is  room 

At  the  feast  that  the  King  has  spread; 
Oh,  gather  them  in!— let  His  house  be  filled, 
And  the  hungry  and  poor  be  fed. 

Out  in  the  highway,  out  in  the  byway, 

Out  in  the  dark  paths  of  sin, 
Go  forth,  go  forth,  with  a  loving  heart, 
And  gather  the  wanderers  in  I 
Gather  them  in!  for  yet  there  is  room; 

But  our  hearts— how  they  throb  with  pain, 
To  think  of  the  many  who  slight  the  call 

That  may  never  be  heard  again! 
Gather  them  in!  for  yet  there  is  room; 

'Tis  a  message  from  God  above; 
Oh,  gather  them  into  the  fold  of  grace, 
And  the  arms  of  the  Saviour's  love! 

567 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Lord, 
Ana  let  your  joys  be  known, 
II :  Join  in  a  song  with  sweet  accord,  :|| 
II :Andlthus. surround  the  throne.: || 
We're  marching  to  Zion, 

Beautiful,  beautiful  Zion : 
We're  marching  upward  to  Zion, 
The  beautiful  city  of  God. 
Let  those  refuse  to  sing 
Who  never  knew  our  God; 
||:But  children  of  the  heavenly  King:  J 
||:May  speak  their  joys  abroad.:  H 
The  hill  of  Zion  yields 
A  thousand  sacred  sweets, 
||:Before  we  reach  the  heavenly  fields, :|| 
||:0r  walk  the  golden  streets.  :|| 
Then  let  our  songs  abound, 
And  every  tear  be  dry; 
II : We' re  marching  through  Immanuel's 
||:To  fairer  worlds  on  high.:||         [ground,:  J 

568 

Have  you  any  room  for  Jesus, 

He  who  bore  your  load  of  sin? 
As  He  knocks  and  asks  admission. 
Sinner,  will  you  let  Him  in? 
Room  for  Jesus,  King  of  glory  ! 
Hasten  now  His  word  obey  I 
Swing  the  heart's  door  widely  «pen. 
Bid  Him  enter  while  you  may. 


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Room  for  pleasure,  room  for  business, 

But  for  Christ,  the  crucified. 
Not  a  place  that  He  can  enter, 

In  the  heart  for  which  He  died. 
Have  you  any  room  for  Jesus, 

As  in  grace  He  calls  agam? 
O  to-day  is  time  accepted. 

To-morrow  yx3u  may  call  in  vain. 
Room  and  time  now  give  to  Jesus, 

Soon  will  pass  God's  day  of  grace; 
Soon  thy  heart  left  cold  and  silent. 

And  thy  Saviour's  pleading  cease. 

569 

•'Almost  persuaded,"  Now  to  believe; 
*'Almost  persuaded,"  Christ  to  receive; 

Seems  now  some  soul  to  say, 

*'Go,  Spirit,  go  Thy  way, 

Some  more  convenient  day 
On  Thee  I'll  call." 
**  Almost  persuaded,"  Come,  come  to-day; 
"  Almost  persuaded,"  Turn  not  away; 

Jesus  invites  you  here, 

Angels  are  lingering  near, 

Prayers  rise  from  hearts  so  dear: 
O  wanderer,  come. 
**  Almost  persuaded,"  Harvest  is  pa^sti 
*' Almost  persuaded,"  Doom  comet    tt  ^aatl 

**  Almost  "can  not  avail; 

**  Almost  "  is  but  to  fail! 

Sad,  sad,  that  bitter  wail— 
"  Almost— but  lost/" 

570 

Theke  were  ninety  and  nine  that, safely  lay 

In  the  shelter  of  the  fold. 
But  one  was  out  on  the  hills  away. 

Far  otf  from  the  gates  of  gold — 
Away  on  the  mountains  wild  and  bare, 
II :  Away  from  the  tender  Shepherd's  care.:|I 
**  Lord,  Thou  hast  here  Thy  ninety  and  nine: 

Are  they  not  enough  for  Thee?  " 
But  the  Shepherd  made  answer:  "This  of 
.         Mine 

Has  wandered  away  from  Me, 
And,  although  the  road  be  rough  and  steep, 
11:1  go  to  the  desert  to  find  My  sheep."  || 
But  none  of  the  ransomed  ever  knew 

How  deep  were  the  waters  crossed; 
Nor  how  dark  was  the  night  that  the  Lord 
passed  through, 

Ere  He  found  His  sheep  that  was  lost. 
Out  in  the  desert  He  heard  the  cry— 
|l:Sick  and  helpless,  and  ready  to  die.:|| 
"Lord,  whence  are  those  blood-drops  all 
the  way. 

That  mark  out  the  mountain's  track?" 
"They  were  shed  for  one  who  had  gone 
astray, 

Ere  the  Shepherd  could  bring  him  back." 
"  Lord,  whence  are  Thy  hands  so  rent  and 

torn?" 
J: "They  are  pierced  to-night  by  many  a 
thorn. ":!| 


But  all  through  the  mountains,  thunder- 
And  up  from  the  rocky  steep,  [riven, 

There  arose  a  glad  cry  to  the  gate  of  heaven, 
"  Rejoice!  I  have  found  My  sheep!" 

And  the  angels  echoed  around  the  throne, 

||:"  Rejoice,  for  the  Lord  brings  back  His 
own!":|| 

571 

Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord! 

Thy  mighty  arm  make  bare; 
Speak  with  the  voice  that  wakes  the  dead, 

And  make  Thy  people  hear. 

Revive!  revive! 

And  give  refreshing  showers  ; 
The  glory  shall  be  all  Thine  own; 

The  blessing  shall  be  ours. 

Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord! 

Disturb  this  sleep  of  death; 
Quicken  the  smouldering  embers  now 

By  Thine  Almighty  breath. 

Revive  Thy  work,  O  Lord! 

Create  soul-thirst  for  Thee; 
And  hungering  for  bread  of  life, 

Oh,  may  our  spliits  be! 

xievive  Thy  work,  O  Lord: 

Exalt  Thy  precious  name; 
And  by  the  Holy  Ghost,  our  lov^ 

For  Thee  and  Thine  inflame. 

572 

I  AM  Thine,  O  Lord,  I  have  heard  Thy  voice, 

And  it  told  Thy  love  to  me; 
But  I  long  to  rise  in  the  arms  of  faith, 

And  be  closer  drawn  to  Thee. 

Draw  ixie  nearer,  nearer,  blessed  Lord, 
To  tl  ^  cross  where  Thou  hast  died ! 

Draw  me  nearer,  nearer,  nearer,  blessed  Lord, 
To  Thy  precious,  bleeding  side. 

Consecrate  me  now  to  Thy  service,  Lord, 

By  the  power  of  grace  divine; 
Let" my  soul  look  up  with  a  steadfast  hope, 

And  my  will  be  lost  in  Thine. 

O,  the  pure  delight  of  a  single  hour 

That  before  Thy  throne  I  apend, 
When  I  kneel  in  prayer,  and  with  Thee,  my 

I  commune  as  friend  with  friend.  [God, 

There  are  depths  of  love  that  I  can  not  know 

Till  I  cross  the  narrow  sea; 
There  are  heights  of  joy  that  I  may  not  reach 

Till  I  rest  in  peace  with  Thee. 

573 

When  peace,  like  a  river,  attendeth  my  way, 

When  sorrows  like  sea-billows  roll; 
Whatever  my  lot.  Thou  hast  taught  me  to  say, 
It  is  well,  it  is  well  with  my  soul. 
It  is  well  with  my  soul, 
It  is  well,  it  is  well  with  my  soul. 


120 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  t  to  6. 


Though  Satan  should  buffet,  though  trials 
should  come, 

Let  this  blest  assurance  oontrol, 
That  Christ  hath  regarded  my  helpless  estate, 

And  hath  shed  His  own  blood  for  my  soul. 

My  sin— oh,  the  bliss  of  this  glorious  thought— 
My  sin— not  in  part  but  the  whole, 

Is  nailed  to  His  cross,  and  I  bear  it  no  more, 
Praise  the  Lord,  praise  the  Lord,  O  my 

[be  sight. 
And,  Lord,  haste  the  day  when  the  faith  shall 

The  clouds  be  rolled  back  as  a  scroll. 
The  trump  shall  resound,  and  the  Lord  shall 
descend, 
«<  Even  so  "—it  is  well  with  my  soul. 

674 

SSAFB  to  the  Rock  that  is  higher  than  1, 
y  soul  in  its  conflicts  and  sorrows  would  fly; 
So  sinful,  so  wearv,  Thine,  Thine  would  I  be; 
Thou  blest  "Rock  of  Ages,"  I'm  hiding  in 
Thee. 

Hiding  in  Thee,  hiding  in  Thee, 
Thou  blest  "  Rock  of  Ages," 
I'm  hiding  in  Thee. 

In  the  calm  of  the  noontide,  in  sorrow's  lone 
hour,  [power; 

In  times  when  temptation  casts  o'er  me  its 

In  the  tempests  of  life,  on  its  wide,  heaving 
sea,  [Thee. 

Thou  blest  **Rock  of  Ages,"  I'm  hiding  in 

How  oft  in  the  conflict,  when  pressed  by  the 
foe,  [my  woe; 

I  have  fled  to  my  Refuge  and  breathed  out 
How  often  when  trials.  Tike  sea-billows  roll, 
Have  I  hidden  in  Thee,  O  Thou  Rock  of  my 
soul. 

575 

Gh,  where  are  the  reapers  that  garner  in 
The  sheaves  of  the  good  from  the  fields  of  sin? 
With  sickles  of  truth  must  the  work  be  done. 
And  no  one  may  rest  till  the  *  *  harvest-home.' ' 

Where  are  the  reapers !  oh,  who  will  come 
And  share  in  the  glory  of  the  "  harvest-home  ?' 
Oh,  who  will  help  us  to  garner  in 
The  sheaves  of  good  from  the  fields  of  sin  ?J 

Go  out  in  the  byways  and  search  them  all; 
The  wheat  may  be  there,  though  the  weeds 
are  tall;  [by. 

Then  search  in  the  highway,  and  pass  none 
But  gather  from  all  for  the  home  on  high. 

The  fields  all  are  ripening,  and  far  and  wide 
The  world  now  is  waiting  the  harvest-tide: 
But  reapers  are  few  and  work  is  great,  [wait. 
And  much  will  be  lost  should  the  harvest 

So  come  with  your  sickles,  ye  sons  of  men, 
And  gather  together  the  golden  grain; 
Toil  on  till  the  Lord  of  the  harvest  come, 
Then  siiare  yeHis  joy  in  the  *'  harvest-honae." 


576 

To  the  work!  to  the  work!  we  are  servants  of 
God,  [trod; 

Let  us  follow  the  path  that  our  Master  has 

With  the  balm  of  His  counsel  our  strength  to 
renew,  [to  do. 

Let  us  do  with  our  might  what  our  hands  find 

U:  Toiling  on,  toiling  on,  :i| 
Let  us  hope,  let  us  watch, 
And  labor  till  the  Master  comes. 

To  the  work!  to  the  work!  let  the  hungry  be 

fed, 
To  the  fountain  of  Life  let  the  weary  be  led; 
In  the  cross  andiits  banner  our  glory  shall  be, 
While  we  herald  the  tidings,  ^ '  Salvation  is 

freer'  ^^^^^ 

Tft  the  work!  to  the  work!  there  is  labor  for 
For  the  kingdom  of  darkness  and  error  shall 

fall; 
And  the  name  of  Jehovah  exalted  shall  be 
In  the  loud  spelling  chorus,  **  Salvation  is 
free/"  r.v    T     ^ 

[the  Lord, 
To  the  work!  to  the  work!  in  the  strength  of 
And  a  robe  and  a  crown  shall  our  labor  re- 
ward; [shall  be, 
When  the  home  of  the  faithful  our  dwelling 
And  we  shout  with  the  ransomed  '^Salvation 
is  free/' ' 

577 

I  WILL  sing  of  my  Redeemer, 

And  His  wondrous  love  to  me; 
On  the  cruel  cross  He  suffered. 
From  the  curse  to  set  me  free. 
Sing,  oh,  sing,  of  my  Redeemer  I 

With  His  blood  He  purchased  me. 
On  the  cross  He  sealed  my  pardon, 
Paid  the  debt,  and  made  me  free. 
I  will  tell  the  wondrous  story, 
How  my  lost  estate  to  save. 
In  His  boundless  love  and  mercy, 
He  the  ransom  freely  gave* 

I  will  praise  my  dear  Redeemer, 
His  triumphant  power  I'll  tell; 

How  the  victory  He  giveth 
Over  sin,  and  death,  and  hell. 

I  will  sing  of  my  Redeemer, 
And  His  heavenly  love  to  me; 

He  from  death  to  life  hath  brought  me, 
Son  of  God  with  Him  to  be. 

578 

There  are  lonely  hearts  to  cherian, 
While  the  days  are  going  by; 

There  are  weary  souls  who  perish, 
While  the  days  are  going  by; 

If  a  smile  we  can  renew, 

As  our  journey  we  pursue, 

Oh,  the  good  we  all  may  do. 
While  the  days  are  going  bf • 


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121 


II:  Going  by,  going  by,  :|| 

Oh,  the  good  we  all  may  do, 
While  the  days  are  going  by. 
There's  no  time  for  idle  scorning, 

"While  the  days  are  going  by; 
Let  your  face  be  like  the  morning, 

While  tiie  days  are  going  by;, 
Oh,  the  world  is  full  of  sighs, 
Full  of  sad  and  weeping  eyes; 
Help  your  fallen  brother  rise. 

While  the  days  are  going  by. 
All  the  loving  links  that  bind  ua 

While  the  days  are  going  by; 
One  by  one  we  leave  behind  us, 

While  the  days  are  going  by; 
But  the  seeds  of  good  we  sow, 
Both  in  shade  and  shine  will  grow, 
And  will  keep  our  hearts  a^low, 

While  the  days  are  going  oy. 

679 

6iNO  them  over  a»ain  to  me, 

Wonderful  words  of  Life, 
Let  me  more  of  their  beauty  see, 
Wonderful  words  of  Life. 
Words  of  life  and  beauty, 
Teach  me  faith  and  duty; 
(|;Beautiful  words,  wonderful  words, 

Wonderful  words  of  Life. :| 
Christ,  the  blessed  One  gives  to  all 

Wonderful  words  of  Life, 

Sinner,  list  to  the  loving  call, 

Wonderful  words  of  Life. 

All  so  freely  given. 

Wooing  us  to  heaven. 

|I:Beautiful  words,  wonderful  words, 

Wonderful  words  of  Life.: II 
Sweetly  echo  the  gospel  call, 

Wonderful  words  of  Life, 
Offer  pardon  and  peace  to  all. 
Wonderful  words  of  Life. 
Jesus,  only  Saviour, 
Sanctify  forever. 
frBeautiful  words,  wonderful  words, 
Wonderful  words  of  Life.:|| 

580 

Behold,  what  love,  what  boundless  love, 

The  Father  hath  bestowed 
On  sinners  lost,  that  we  should  be 
Now  called  the  sous  of  God! 

Behold,  what  manner  of  love !  [us, 

What  manner  of  love  the  Father  hath  bestowed  upon 
That  we — that  we  should  be  called,  « 

Should  be  called  the  sons  of  God. 
'No  longer  far  from  Him,  but  now 

By  "precious  blood"  made  nigh; 
Accepted  in  the  "  Well-belov'd,'' 

Near  to  God's  heart  we  lie. 
What  we  in  glory  soon  shall  be, 

It  doth  not  yet  appear; 
But  when  our  precious  Lord  we  see, 
We  shall  His  image  bear. 


With  such  a  blessed  hope  in  view. 

We  would  more  holy  be, 
More  like  our  riaen^  glorious  LQrd, 

Whose  face  we  soon  shall  see. 

681 

SiMPLT  trusting  every  day, 
Trusting  through  a  stormy  way; 
Even  when  my  faith  is  small, 
Triisting  Jesus,  that  is  all. 

Trusting  as  the  moments  fly, 

Trusting  as  the  days  go  by ; 

Trusting  Him  whateer  befall, 

Trusting  Jesus,  that  is  all, 
Brightly  doth  His  Spirit  shine 
Into  this  poor  heart  of  mine; 
While  He  leads  I  can  nojt  fall, 
Trusting  Jesus,  that  is  all. 
Singing,  if  my  way  is  clear; 
Praying,  if  the  path  is  drear; 
If  in  danger,  for  Him  call; 
Trusting  Jesus,  that  is  all. 
Trusting  Him  while  life  shall  laat, 
Trusting  Him  till  earth  is  past; 
Till  within  the  jasper  wall. 
Trusting  Jesus,  that  is  all. 

582 

Yield  not  to  temptation, 

For  yielding  is  sin, 
Each  victory  will  help  you 

Some  other  to  win; 
Fight  manfully  onward. 

Dark  passions  subdue, 
Look  ever  to  Jesus, 

He'll  carry  you  through. 
Ask  the  Saviour  to  help  you, 
Comfort,  strengthen,  and  keep  yoi^ 
He  is  willing  to  aid  you, 
He  will  carry  you  through. 
Shun  evil  companions. 

Bad  language  disdain, 
God's  name  hold  in  reverence, 

Nor  take  it  in  vain; 
Be  thoughtful  and  earnest, 

Kind-hearted  and  true, 
Look  ever  to  Jesui», 

He'll  carry  you  through 
To  him  that  o'ercometh 

God  giveth  a  crown, 
Through  faith  we  shall  conquer, 

Though  often  cast  down; 
He  who  is  our  Saviour, 

Our  strength  will  renew; 
Look  ever  to  Jesus, 

He'll  carry  you  through. 

683  ^ 

What  a  friend  we  have  in  Jesus, 
All  our  sins  and  griefs  to  bear; 

What  a  privilege  to  carry 
Everything  to  God  in  prayer, 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  b. 


Oh,  what  peace  we  often  forfeit, 
Oh,  what  needless  pain  we  bear — 

All  because  we  do  not  carry 
Everything  to  God  in  prayer. 

Have  we  trials  and  temptations? 

Is  there  trouble  anywhere? 
We  should  never  be  discouraged; 

Take  it  to  the  Lord  in  prayer. 
Can  we  find  a  Friend  so  faithful, 

Who  will  all  our  sorrows  share? 
Jesus  knows  our  every  weakness, 

Take  it  to  the  Lord  in  prayer. 

Are  we  weak  and  heavy-laden. 

Cumbered  with  a  load  of  care? 
Precious  Saviour,  still  our  Refuge,— 

Take  it  to  lue  Lord  in  prayer. 
Do  thy  friends  despise,  forsake  thee? 

Take  it  to  the  Lord  in  prayer; 
In  His  arms  He'll  take  and  shield  thee, 

Thou  wilt  find  a  solace  there. 

584 

I've  found  a  Friend;  oh,  such  a  Friend! 

He  loved  me  ere  I  knew  Him; 
He  drew  me  with  the  cords  of  love. 

And  thus  He  bound  me  to  Him; 
And  'round  my  heart  still  closely  twine 

Those  ties  which  naught  can  sever, 
For  I  am  His,  and  He  is  mine. 

Forever  and  forever. 

I've  found  a  Friend;  oh,  such  a  Friend! 

He  bled,  He  died  to  save  me; 
And  not  alone  the  gift  of  life, 

But  His  own  self  He  gave  me. 
Nought  that  I  have  my  own  I  call, 

I  hold  it  for  the  Giver; 
My  heart,  my  strength,  my  Life,  myall. 

Are  His,  and  His  forever. 

I've  found  a  Friend;  oh,  such  a  Friend! 

All  power  to  Him  is  given; 
To  guard  me  on  my  onward  course, 

And  bring  me  safe  to  heaven. 
Th'  eternal  glories  gleam  afar. 

To  nerve  my  faint  endeavor; 
So  now  to  watch,  to  work,  to  war, 

And  then  to  rest  forever. 

I've  found  a  Friend;  oh,  such  a  Friend! 

So. kind,  and  true,  and  tender. 
So  wise  a  Counsellor  and  Guide, 

So  mighty  a  Defender! 
From  Him,  who  loves  me  now  so  well. 

What  power  my  soul  can  sever? 
Shall   life,  or   death,  or  earth,  or  hell? 

No;  I  am  His  forever. 

585 

Pass  me  not,  O  gentle  Saviour, 

Hear  my  humble  cry; 
While  on  others  Thou  art  smiling, 

Pg  not  pass  me  by. 


Saviour,  Saviour,  hear  my  humble  crjj 
While  on  others  Thou  art  calling, 
Do  not  pass  me  by. 
Let  me  at  a  throne  of  mercy 

Find  a  sweet  relief; 
Kneeling  there  in  deep  contrition,; 

Help  my  unbelief. 
Trusting  only  in  Thy  merit, 

Would  I  seek  Thy  face; 
Heal  my  wounded,  broken  spirit, 

Save  me  by  Thy  grace. 
Thou  the  Spring  of  all  my  comfort, 

More  than  life  to  me, 
Whom  have  I  on  earth  beside  Thee? 

Whom  in  heaven  but  Thee? 

586 

Mr  Jesus,    I   love   Thee,  I    know   Thou   art 

mine! 
For  Thee  all  the  follies  of  sin  I  resign; 
My  gracious  Redeemer,  my  Saviour  art  Thou, 
If  ever  I  loved  Thee,  my  Jesus,  'tis  now. 

I  love  Thee,  because  Thou  hast  first  loved  me, 
And  purchased  my  pardon  on  Calvary's  tree; 
1  love  Thee  for  wearing  the  thorns  on  Thy 

brow; 
If  ever  I  loved  Thee,  my  Jesus,  'tis  now. 

I  will  love  Thee  in  life,  I  will  love  Thee  in 

death, 
And  praise  Thee  as  long  as  Thou  lendest  me 

breath; 
And  say  when  the  death-dew  lies  cold  on  my 

brow. 
If  ever  I  loved  Thee,  my  Jesus,  'tis  now. 

In  mansions  of  glory  and  endless  delight, 
I'll  ever  adore  Thee  m  heaven  so  bright; 
I'll  sing  with   the   glittering   crown   on   my 

brow. 
If  ever  I  loved  Thee,  my  Jesus,  'tis  now. 

587 

Come,  every  soul  by  sin  oppressed, 

There's  mercy  with  the  Lord, 
And  He  will  surely  give  you  rest. 

By  trusting  in  His  word. 

Only  trust  Him,  only  trust  Him, 

Only  trust  Him  now  ; 
He  will  save  you,  He  will  save  yeu, 
He  will  save  you  now. 
For  Jesus  shed  His  precious  blood 

Rich  blessings  to  bestow; 
Plunge  now  into  the  crimson  flood 

That  washes  white  as  snow. 
Yes,  Jesus  is  the  Truth,  the  Wuy; 

That  leads  you  into  rest; 
Believe  in  Him  without  delay. 

And  you  are  fully  blest. 
Come  then,  and  join  this  holy  bandj 

And  on  to  glory  go, 
To  dwell  in  that  celestial  land 

Where  joys  immortal  flow. 


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123 


588 

I  HBAE  the  Saviour  say— 
Thy  strength  indeed  is  small; 

Child  of  weakness,  watch  and  pray, 
Find  in  Me  thine  all  in  all, 

Jesus  paid  it  all, 

All  to  Hira  I  owe;" 
Sin  had  left  a  crimson  stain 

He  washed  it  white  as  snow. 

Lord,  now  indeed  I  find 
Thy  power,  and  Thine  alone, 

Can  change  the  leper's  spots, 
And  melt  the  heart  of  stone. 

For  nothing  good  have  I, 
Whereby  Thy  grace  to  claim — 

I'll  wash  my  garments  white 
In  the  blood  of  Calvary's  Lamb. 

When  from  my  dying  bed 
My  ransomed  soul  shall  rise, 

Then  "  Jesus  paid  it  all!" 
Shall  rend  the  vaulted  skies. 

And  when  before  the  throne 
I  stand  in  Him  complete, 

I'll  lay  my  trophies  down, 
All  down  at  Jesus'  feet. 


689 

I  HAVE  a  Saviour,  He's  pleading  in  glory, 

A  dear,  loving  Saviour,  though  earth-friends 

be  few;  [me. 

And  now  He  is  watching  in  tenderness  o'er 

But  oh,  that  my  Saviour  were  your  Saviour 

too. 

For  you  I  am  praying, 

II :  For  you  I  am  praying.  :tl 

I'm  praying  for  you. 

I  have  a  Father:  to  me  He  has  given 
A  hope  for  eternity,  blessed  and  true; 

And  soon  will  He  call  me  to  meet  Him  in 

heaven,  [too! 

But  oh,  thai  He'd  let  me  bring  you  with  me 

I  have  a  robe:  'tis  resplendent  in  whiteness, 
Awaiting  in  glory  my  wondering  view; 

Oh,  when  I  receive  it,  all  shining  in  bright- 
ness, [tool 
Dear  frionds,  could  I  see  you  receiving  one 

I  have  a  peace:  it  is  calm  as  a  river—   [knew; 

A  peace  that  the  friends  of  this  world  never 
My  Saviour  alone  is  its  Author  and  Giver, 

And  oh,  could  I  know  it  was  given  to  you! 

When  Jesus  has  found  you,  tell  others  the 

story. 

That  my  loving  Saviour  is  your  Saviour  too; 

I'hen  pray  that  your  Saviour  may  bring  them 

to  glory,  [swered  for  you! 

And  prayer  will  be  answered— 'twag  an- 


590 


Soul  of  mine,  in  earthly  temple, 

Why  not  here  content  abide? 
Why  art  thou  forever  pleading? 

Vvhy  art  thou  not  satisfied? 
II   I  shall  be  satisfied, 
I  shall  be  satisfied. 
When  I  awake  in  His  likeness  :H 
Soul  of  mine,  my  heart  is  clinging 

To  the  earth's  fair  pomp  and  pride: 
Ah,  why  dost  thou  thus  reprove  raef 

Why  art  thou  not  satisfied? 
Soul  of  mine,  must  I  surrender. 

See  myself  as  crucified; 
Turn  from  all  of  earth's  ambition, 

That  thou  may'st  be  satisfied? 
Soul  of  mine,  continue  pleading; 

Sin  rebuke,  and  folly  chide; 
I  accept  the  cross  of  Jesus, 

That  thou  may'st  be  satisfied. 

591 

Saviodr'  Thy  dying  love 

Thou  gavest  me. 
Nor  should  I  aught  withhold, 

Dear  Lord,  from  Thee; 
In  love  my  soul  would  bow, 

My  heart  fulfill  its  vow, 
Some  offering  bring  Thee  now, 

Something  for  Thee. 
O'er  the  blest  mercy-seat, 

Pleading  for  me, 
My  feeble  faith  looks  up, 

Jesus,  to  Thee* 
Help  me  the  cross  to  bear, 

Thy  wondrous  love  declare, 
Some  song  to  raise,  or  prayer, 

Something  for  Thee. 
Give  me  a  faithful  heart — 

Likeness  to  Thee— 
That  each  departing  day 

Henceforth  may  see 
Some  work  of  love  begun. 

Some  deed  of  kindness  done. 
Some  wanderer  sought  and  won, 

Something  for  Thee. 
All  that  T  am  and  have— 

Thy  gifts  so  free — 
In. joy.  in  grief,  through  life, 
I  Dear  Lord,  for  Thee! 

And  when  Thy  face  I  see, 

My  ransomed  soul  shall  be. 
Through  all  eternity. 

Something  for  Thee. 

592 

Rescue  the  perishing, 

Care  for  the  dying, 
Snatch  them  in  pity  from  sin  and  the  grave; 

Weep  o'er  the  erring  one, 

Lift  up  the  fallen, 
Tell  them  of  Jesus  the  mighty  to  save. 


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Rescue  the  perishing, 
Care  for  the  dying ; 
Jesus  is  merciful. 
Jesus  will  save. 

Though  they  are  slighting  Him, 

Still  He  IS  waiting, 
Waiting  the  penitent  child  to  receive; 

Plead  with  them  earnestly, 

Plead  with  them  gently: 
He  will  forgive  if  they  only  believe. 

Down  in  the  human  heart, 

Crushed  by  the  tempter, 
Feelings  lie  buried  that  grace  can  restore: 

Touched  by  a  loving  heart, 

"Wakened  by  kindness,  [more. 

Chords  that  were  broken  will  vibrate  once 

Rescue  the  perishmg, 

Duty  demands  it; 
Strength  for  thy  labor  the  Lord  will  provide: 

Back  to  the  narrow  way 

Patiently  win  them; 
Tell  the  poor  wanderer  a  Saviour  has  died. 

593 

Saviour,  more  than  life  to  me, 
I  am  clinging,  clinging  close  to  Thee; 
Let  Thy  precious  blood  applied. 
Keep  me  ever,  ever  near  Thy  side. 

Every  day,  every  hour, 

Let  me  feel  Thy  cleansing  power ; 

May  Thy  tender  love  to  me 

Bind  me  closer,  closer,  Lord,  to  Thee. 

Through  this  changing  world  below, 
Lead  me  gently,  gently  as  I  go; 
Trusting  Thee,  I  can  not  stray, 
I  can  never,  never  lose  my  way. 

Let  me  love  Thee  more  and  more, 
Till  this  fleeting,  fleeting  life  is  o'er; 
Till  my  soul  is  lost  in  love. 
In  a  brighter,  brighter  world  above. 

594 

Moke  holiness  give  me, 

More  strivings  within; 
More  patience  in  suffering, 

More  sorrow  for  sin; 
More  faith  in  my  Saviour, 

More  sense  of  His  care; 
More  joy  in  His  service. 

More  purpose  in  prayer. 

More  gratitude  give  me. 

More  trust  in  the  Lord; 
More  pride  in  His  glory. 

More  hope  in  His  word; 
More  tears  for  His  sorrows, 

More  pain  at  His  grief; 
Mere  meekness  in  trial, 

More  praise  for  relief. 


More  purity  give  me, 

More  strength  to  o'ercome; 
More  freedom  from  earth-stains, 

More  longings  for  home; 
More  fit  for  the  kingdom", 

More  used  would  I  be; 
More  blessed  and  holy. 

More,  Saviour,  li^ke  Thee* 

595 

I  HEAR  Thy  welcome  voice 

That  calls  me.  Lord,  to  Thee; 
For  cleansing  in  Thy  precious  blood 
That  flowed  on  Calvary. 
I  am  coming  Lord  ! 

Coming  now  to  Thee  1 
Wash  me,  cleanse  me  in  the  blood 
That  flowed  on  Calvary. 
Though  coming  weak  and  vile, 

Thou  dost  my  strength  assure; 
Thou  dost  my  vileness  fully  cleanse 
Till  spotless  all  and  pure. 

'Tis  Jesus  calls  me  on 

To  perfect  faith  and  love, 
To  perfect  hope,  and  peace,  and  trust, 

For  earth  and  heaven  above. 

'Tis'  Jesus  who  confirms 

The  blessed  work  within. 
By  adding  grace  to  welcomed  grace, 

Where  reigned  the  power  of  sin. 

And  He  the  witness  gives 

To  loyal  hearts  and  free. 
That  every  promise  is  fulfilled, 

If  faith  but  brings  the  plea. 

All  hail.;  <  ioning  blood! 

All  hail,  redeeming  grace! 
All  hail,  the  Gift  of  Christ,  our  Lord, 

Our  strength  and  righteousness! 

596 

'Tis  the  blessed  hour  of  prayer,  when  our 
hearts  lowly  bend,  [Friend; 

And  we  gather   to  Jesus,   our   Saviour  and 

If  we  come  to  Him  in  faith,  His  protection  to 
share,  [there! 

What  a  balm  for  the  weary!  O  how  sweet  to  be 

Blessed  hour  of  prayer,  blessed  hour  of  prayer; 
"What  a  balm  for  the  weary  !  O  how  sweet  to  be  there ! 

'Tis  the  blessed  hour  of  prayer,  when  the 
Saviour  draws  near,  [hear; 

With  a  tender   compassion   His  children   to 

When  He  tells  us  we  may  cast  at  His  feet 
every  care,  [be  there! 

What  a  balm  for  the  weary!  0  how  sweet  to 

'Tis  the  blessed  hour  of  prayer  ^hen  the 
tempted  and  tried  ^  [confide: 

To  the  Saviour  who  loves  them  their  sorrow 

With  a  sympathizing  heart  He  removes  every 
care;  [be  there! 

What  a  balm  for  the  weary!  0  how  sweet  to 


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At  the  blessed  hour  of  prayer,  trusting  Him 
we  believe  Fieceive, 

That  the  blessing  we're  needing  we'll  surely 

In  the  fullness  of  this  trust  we  shall  lose 
every  care:  [be  there! 

What  a  balm  for  the  weary!  0  how  sweet  to 

597 

I  NEE,D  Thee  every  hour, 

Most  gracious  Lord; 
No  tender  voice  like  Thine 

Can  peace  afford. 

I  need  Thee,  oh  !  I  need  Thee  ; 

Every  hour  1  need  Thee  ; 
O  bless  me  now,  my  Saviour  I 
I  come  to  Thee. 
I  need  Thee  every  hour; 

Stay  Thou  near  by; 
Temptations  lose  their  power 

"When  Thou  art  nigh. 
I  need  Thee  every  hour; 

In  joy  or  pain; 
Come  quickly  and  abide, 

Or  life  is  vain. 
I  need  Thee  every  hour; 

Teach  me  Thy  will; 
And;Thy  rich  promises 

In  me  fulfill. 
I  need  Thee  every  hour, 

Most  Holy  One; 
Oh,  make  me  Thine  indeed, 

Thou  blessed  Son. 

598 

Jesus,  keep  me  near  the  Cross; 

There  a  precious  fountain 
Free  to  ail— a  healing  stream, 

Flows  from  Calvary's  mountain. 

In  the  Cross,  in  the  Cross 

Be  my  glory  ever  ; 
Till  my  raptured  soul  shall  find 

Rest  beyond  the  river. 

Near  the  cross,  a  trembling  soul. 
Love  and  mercy  found  me; 

There  the  Bright  and  Morning  Star 
Shed  its  beams  around  me. 

Near  the  cross!  O  Lamb  of  God, 
Bring  its  scenes  before  me; 

Help  me  walk  from  day  to  day, 
With  its  shadows  o'er  me. 

Near  the  Cross  I'll  watch  and  wait. 

Hoping,  trusting  ever, 
Till  I  reach  the  golden  strand, 

Just  beyond  the  river. 

599 

Thou  my  everlasting  portion. 
More  than  friend  or  life  to  me, 
%  All  along  my  pilgrim  journey, 

^  Saviour,  let  me  walk  with  Thee. 


I|:  Close  to  Thee,  close  to  Thee;  :|| 
AH  along  my  pilgrim  journey, 
Saviour,  let  me  walk  with  Thee. 
Not  for  ease  or  worldly  pleasure, 

Not  for  fame  my  prayer  shall  be; 
Gladly  will  I  toil  and  suffer. 
Only  let  me  walk  with  Thee. 

:  Close  to  Thee,  close  to  Thee  ;  :|| 
Gladly  will  I  toil  and  suffer. 
Only  let  me  walk  with  Thee. 
Lead  me  through  the  vale  of  shadows. 

Bear  me  o'er  life's  fitful  sea; 
Then  the  gate  of  life  eternal 
May  I  enter,  Lord,  with  Thee. 

:  Close  to  Thee,  close  to  Thee  ;  :|J 
Then  the  gate  of  life  eternal 
May  I  enter.  Lord,  with  Thee. 

600 

I  GAVE  my  life  for  thee. 

My  precious  blood  I  shed, 
That  thou  might'st  ransomed  be. 

And  quickened  from  the  dead; 
I  gave,  I  gave  My  life  for  thee, 

What  hast  thou  given  for  Me? 

My  Father's  house  of  light, — 

My  glory-circled  throne 
I  left,  for  earthly  night. 

For  wanderings  sad  and  lone; 
I  left,  I  left  it  all  for  thee, 

Hast  thou  left  aught  for  Me? 

I  suffered  much  for  thee. 

More  than  My  tongue  can  tell. 

Of  bitterest  agony, 
To  rescue  thee  from  hell; 

I've  borne,  I've  borne  it  all  for  thee, 
What  hast  thou  borne  for  Me? 

And  I  have  brought  to  thee, 
Down  from  My  home  above, 

Salvation  full  and  free, 
My  pardon  and  My  love; 

I  bring,  I  bring  rich  gifts  to  thee, 
What  hast  thou  brought  to  Me? 

601 

There  is  a  green  hill  far  away, 

Without  a  city  wall; 
Where  the  dear  Lord  was  crucified, 
Who  died  to  save  us  all. 

Oh,  dearly,  dearly  has  He  loved, 

And  we  must  love  Him  too ; 
And  trust  in  His  redeeming  blood, 
And  try  His  works  to  do. 
We  may  not  know,  we  can  not  tell 

Wha<b  pains  He  had  to  bear; 
But  we  believe  it  was  for  us 

He  hung  and  suffered  there. 
He  died  that  we  might  be  forgiven. 

He  died  to  make  us  good. 
That  we  might  go  at  last  to  heaven. 
Saved  by  His  precious  blood. 


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There  wa8  no  other  good  enough, 

To  pay  the  price  of  sin; 
He  only  could  unlock  the  gate 

Of  heaven  and  let  us  in. 

602 

Beyond  the  smiling  and  the  weeping, 

1  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon; 
Beyond  the  waking  and  the  sleeping, 
Beyond  the  sowing  and  the  reaping, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon. 
Love,  rest  and  heme  I 
Sweet,  sweet  home ! 
Lord,  tarry  not, 
Lord,  tarry  not,  but  come. 
Beyond  the  blooming  and  the  fading, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soouj 
Beyond  the  shining  and  the  shadmg, 
Beyond  the  hopmg  and  the  dreading, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon. 
Beyond  the  parting  and  the  meeting, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon; 
Beyond  the  farewell  and  the  greeting 
Beyond  the  pulse's  fever  beating, 

I'ahall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon. 
Beyond  the  frost-chain  and  the  fever, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon; 
Beyond  the  rock-waste  and  the  river 
Beyond  the  ever  and  the  never, 

I  shall  be  soon,  I  shall  be  soon. 

603 

Oh,  the  clanging  bells  of  Time! 

Night  and  day  they  never  cease; 
We  are  wearied  with  their  chime, 

For  they  do  not  bring  us  peace. 
And  we  hush  our  breath  to  hear. 

And  we  strain  our  eyes  to  see 
If  thy  shores  are  drawing  near- 
Eternity!    Eternity! 
Oh,  the  clanging  bells  of  Time! 

How  their  changes  rise  and  fall, 
But  in  undertone  sublime, 

Sounding  clearly  through  them  al\, 
Is  a  voice  that  must  be  heard, 

As  our  moments  onward  flee, 
And  il  speaketh,  aye,  one  word— 

Eternity!  Eternity! 
Oh,  the  clanging  bells  of  Time! 

To  their  voices,  loud  and  low, 
In  a  long,  unresting  line 

We  are  marching  to  and  fro; 
And  we  yearn  lor  sight  or  sound, 

Of  the'life  that  is  to  be, 
For  thy  breath  doth  wrap  us  round- 
Eternity!  Eternity! 
Oh,  the  clanging  bells  of  Time! 

Soon  their  notes  will  all  be  dumb, 
And  in  joy  and  peace  sublime 

We  shall  feel  the  silence  come; 
And  our  souls  their  thirst  will  slake, 

And  our  eyes  the  King  will  see. 
When  thy  glorious  morn  shall  break- 
Eternity!  Eternityl 


604 

We  shall  meet  beyond  the  river, 

By  and  by,  by  "and  by; 
And  the  darkness  shall  be  over. 

By  and  by,  by  and  by; 
With  the  toilsome  journey  done, 
And  the  glorious  haUtie  won, 
We  shall  shine  forth  as  the  sun, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by. 

We  shall  strike  the  harps  of  glory, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by; 
We  shall  sing  redemr»tion'8  story, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by; 
And  the  strains  for  evermore 
Shall  resound  in  sweetness  o'er 
Yonder  everlasting  shore, 

By  and  by,  by  ana  by. 

We  shall  see  and  be  like  Jesus, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by; 
Who  a  crown  of  lile  will  give  us, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by, 
And  the  angels  who  fulfill 
All  the  mandates  of  His  will 
Shall  attend,  and  love  us  stil'l, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by. 

There  our  tears  shall  ail  cease  flowing, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by; 
And  with  sweetest  rapture  knowing, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by, 
All  the  blest  ones,  who  have  gone 
To  the  land  ot  lite  and  song— 
We  wilb  shoutings  shall  rejoin, 

By  and  by,  by  and  by 

605 

Christ  is  coming!  let  creation 
Fiom  her  groans  and  travail  cease; 

Let  the  glorious  proclamation 
Hope  restore  and  faith  increase. 

||-  Christ  is  coming  !    Christ  is  coming  ! 
Come   Thou  blessed  Prince  of  peace  I  .11 

Earth  can  now  but  tell  the  story 
Ot  Thy  bitter  cross  an?,  pain; 

She  shall  yet  behold  Thy  glory. 
When  Thou  cometh  back  to  reign. 

Though  once  cradled  in  a  manger. 

Oft  no  pillow  but  the  sod; 
Here  an  alien  and  a  stranger, 

Mocked  of  men,  disowned  of  God. 

Long  Thy  exiles  have  been  pining, 
Far  from  rest,  and  home,  and  Thee; 

But.  in  heavenly  vesture  shining. 
Soon  they  shall  Thy  glory  see. 

With  that  *   blessed  hope  "  before  us, 
Let  no  harp  remain  unstrung; 

Let  the  mighty  ransomed  chorus 
Onward  roll  fiom  tongue  to  tongue. 


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606 

Jot  to  the  World!  the  Lord  is  come; 

Let  earth  receive  her  King; 
[  Let  every  heart  prepare  Him  room, 

And  heaven  and  nature  smg. 
Joy  to  the  vporld!  the  Saviour  reigns; 

Let  men  their  songs  employ; 
"While   fields   and    floods,  rocks,    hills,    and 

Kepeat  the  sounding  joy.  [plains, 

He. rules  the  world  with  truth  and  grace, 

And  makes  the  nations  prove 
The  glories  of  His  righteousness, 

And  wonders  of  His  love. 

607 

I  AM  far  frae  my  hame,  an'   I'm  weary  aften- 

whiles,  *  [Faither's  welcome  smiles, 
For  the  langed-for  hame-bringin',  an'  my 
An'   I'll   ne'er  be  fu'   content,  until  my  een 

do  see  [countrie. 

The  gowaen  gates  o'  heav'n  an'  my  ain 
The  earth  is  fleck'd  wi'  flowers,  mony-tinted, 

fresh  an-  gay,  [made  them  sae; 

The  birdies  warble  blithely,  for  my  Faither 
But    these  sichts  an'    these   soun's    will   as 

naething  be  to  me,  [countrie. 

"When  I  hear  the  angels  singin'    in  my   am 

I've  His  gude  word  c  promise  that  some  glad- 
some day,  the  King  [will  bring; 
To  His  ain  royal    palace  His  banished  hame 
"Wi'  een  an'  wi'  hert  rinnin'  owre,  we  shall  see 
The  King  in  His  beauty,  in  oor  ain  countrie. 
•My  sins  hae  been  mony,  an  my  sorrows  hae 
been  sair;                           [membejed.  mair; 
But  there  they'll  never  vex  me,  nor    be  re- 
For  His  bluid  has  made  me  white,  an'   His 
ban' shall  dry  my  e'e,  [countrie. 
Wheu  He  brings  me  hame  at  last,  to  my  ain 

Sae  little  noo  I  ken   o'  yon  blessed,  bonnie 
place,  [face; 

I  only  ken  it's  Hame,  whaur  we  shall  see  His 
It  wad  surely  be  eneuch  forever  mair  to  be 
^1  the  glory  o'  His  presence,  in  oor  ain  coun- 
trie. 
Like  a  bairn  to  its  mither,  a  wee  birdie  to  its 
nest,  [breast, 

I  wad  fain  be  gangin'  noo,  unto  my  Saviour's 
For  He  gathers  in  His  bosom  witless,  worth- 
less lambs  like  me, 
An'  carries  them  HimseP,  to  His  ain  countrie. 

He  is  faithfu    that  hath  promised,  an'  He'll 

surely  come  again,  [dmua  ken; 

He'll  keep  His  tryst  wi'  me— at  what  oor  I 

But  He  bids  me  still  to  wait,  an'  ready  aye  to 

be 
To  gang  at  ony  moment  to  my  am  countrie: 
6-»e    I'm   watchin'    aye,    and    singin'    o'    my 
""    hame,  as  I  wait  [gowden  gate; 

^For  the  soun'in'  o'  His  futfa'  this  side  the 
Gud  gie  His  grace  to  ilka  ane  wha'  listens  noo 
to  me,  [countrie. 

That  we  a'  may  gan^  iP  gladness  to  oor  ain 


608 


I've  reached  the  land  of  corn  and  wiue. 
And  all  its  riches  freelv  mine; 
Here  shines  uudinimea  one  blissful  day, 
For  all  my  night  has  passed  away. 

0  Beulah  land,  sweet  Beulah  land, 
As  on  Thy  higlust  mount  1  stand, 

1  look  away  across  the  sea, 

Where  mausious  are  prepared  for  me. 
And  view  the  shiuiug  glory  shore. 
My  heaven,  my  home  for  evermore. 
The  Saviour  comes  and  walks  with  me, 
And  sweet  communion  here  have  we; 
He  gently  leads  me  with  His  hand. 
For  this  is  heaven's  border-land. 
A  sweet  perfume  upon  the  breeze 
Is  borne  frum  ever-vernal  trees. 
And  flowers  that  never  fading  grow 
"Where  streams  of  life  forever  flow. 
The  zephyrs  seem  to  float  to  me. 
Sweet  sounds  of  heaven's  melociy. 
As  angels,  with  the  white-robed  throng, 
Join  in  the  sweet  redemption  song. 

609 

Sowing  in  the  morning,  sowing  seeds  of  kind- 
ness, 
Sowing  in  the  noontide  and  the  dewy  eve; 
Waiting  for  the  harvest,  and  the  time  of  reap- 
ing, [sheaves. 
"We  shall  come,  rejoicing,  bringing  in  the 
ll:  Bringing  in  the  sheaves, 
Bringing  in  the  sheaves. 
We  shall  come  rejoicing, 
Bringing  in  the  sheaves.  :(] 
Sowing  in  the  sunshine,  sowing  in  the  shad- 
ows, [breeze; 
Fearing  neither  clouds  nor  winter's  chilling 
By  and  by  the  harvest,  and  the  labor  ended, 
We  shall  come,  rejoicing,  bringing  in  the 
sheaves,. 
Going  forth   with   weeping,   sowing  for   the 
Master,                                             [grieves; 
Though  the  loss  sustained  our  spirit  often 
When  our  weeping's  over,  He  will  bid  us  wel- 
come,                                               [sheaves. 
We  shall  come,  rejoicing,  bringing  in  the 

610 

Depth  of  mercy!  can  there  be 

Mercy  still  reserved  for  me? 

Can  my  God  His  wrath  forbear? 
•  fl:Me,  the  chief  of  sinners,  spare?:!) 

I  have  long  withstood  His  grace; 

Long  provoked  Him  to  His  face; 

"Would  not  hearken  to  His  calls, 
Il:Grieved  Him  by  a  thousand  falls.;  ^ 

Now,  incline  me  to  repent; 

Let  me  now  my  sins  lament; 

Now  my  foul  revolt  deplore, 
J:Look,  believe,  aud  sm  no  more.tj. 


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611 


OiyR  Lord  is  now  rejected, 
And  by  the  world  disowned, 

By  the  many  still  neglected. 
And  by  t\iQ  few  enthroned. 

But  soon  He'll  come  in  glory, 

The  hour  is  drawing  nigh, 

For  the  crowning  day  is  coming  by  and  by. 

Oh,  the  crowning  day  is  coming, 

Is  coming  by  and  by, 
When  our  Lord  shall  come  in  "  power  " 

And  "  glery  "  from  on  high. 
Oh,  the  glorious  sight  will  gladden 

Each  waiting,  watchful  eye, 
In  the  crowning  day  that's  coming  by  and  by. 

The  heavens  shall  glow  with  splendor. 

But  brighter  far  than  they 
The  saints  shall  shine  in  glory, 

As  Christ  shall  them  array. 
The  beauty  of  the  Saviour, 

Shall  dazzle  every  eye, 
In  the  crowning  day  that's  coming  by  and  by. 

Our  pain  shall  then  be  over. 
We'll  sin  and  sigh  no  more, 

Behind  us  all  of  sorrow, 
And  naught  but  joy  before, 

A  joy  in  our  Redeemer, 
As  we  to  Him  are  nigh. 
In  the  crowning  day  that's  con-ing  by  and  by. 

Let  all  that  look  for,  hasten 

The  coming  joyful  day, 
By  earnest  consecration, 

To  walk  the  narrow  way. 
By  gathering  in  the  lost  ones. 

For  whom  our  Lord  did  die. 
For  the  crowning  day  that's  coming  by  and  by. 

612 

Oh,  tender  and  sweet  was  the  Master's  voice 

As  He  lovingly  called  to  me, 
"Come  over  the  line,  it  is  only  a  step — 

I  am  waiting.  My  cnild,  for  thee." 

••  Over  the  line,"  hear  the  sweet  refrain, 
Angels  are  chanting  the  heavenly  strain 
•'  Over  the  line," — Why  should  I  remain 
With  a  step  between  me  and  Jesus? 

But  my  sins  are  many,  my  faith  is  small, 
Lo!  the  answer  came  quick  and  clear: 

"Thou  needest  not  trust  in  thyself  at  all, 
Step  over  the  line,  I  am  here." 

But  the  flesh  is  weak,  T  tearfully  said, 

And  the  way  I  can  not  see; 
I  fear  if  I  try  I  may  sadly  fail. 

And  thus  may  dishonor  Thee. 

Ah,  the  world  is  cold,  and  I  can  not  go  back, 

Press  forward  I  surely  must; 
I  will  place  my  hand  in  His  wounded  palm, 

Step  over  the  line,  and  trust. 


"  Over  the  line,"  hear  the  sweet  refrain, 
Angels  are  chanting  the  heavenly  strain, 
*'  Over  the  line,"— I  will  not  remain, 
I'll  cross  it  and  go  to  Jesus. 

013 

How  firm  a  foundation,  ye  saints  of  the  Lordf 
Is  laid  for  your  faith  in  His  excellent  wordi 
What  more  can  He  say,  than  to  you  He  hath 

said— 
1|:To  you,  who  for  refuge  to  Jesus  have  fled?:  J 

"Fear  net,  I  am  with  thee,  oh,  be  not  dis- 
mayed. 

For  I  am  thy  God,  I  will  still  give  thee  aid; 

I'll  strengthen  thee,  help  thee,  and  causa 
thee  to  stand, 

!|;Upheld  by  My  gracious,  ommipotent  hand.rj 

"When  through  the  deep  waters  I  call  theo 

to  go, 
The  rivers  of  sorrow  shall  not  overflow; 
For  I  will  be  with  thee  thy  trouble  to  bless, 
II :  And  sanctify  to  thee  thy  deepest  distress.; J 

"  The  soul  that  on  Jesus  hath  leaned  for  re- 
pose, 

I  will  not — I  will  not  desert  to  His  foes; 

That  soul— though  all  hell  should  endeavor 
to  shake, 

D  :I' 11  never —no,  never— no,  never  forsake! ": fl 

614 

Gloet  be  to  the  Father,  and  to  the  Son,  and 

to  the  Holy  Ghost; 
As  it  was  in  the  beginning,  is  now,  and  ever 

shall  be,world  without  end.  Amen,  Amkit. 

615 

Btand  up!— stand  up  for  JesusI  J 

Ye  soldiers  of  the  cross; 
Lift  high  His  royal  banner, 

It  must  not  suffer  loss. 
Prom  victory  unto  victory 

His  army  shall  He  lead,. 
Till  every  foe  is  vanquished, 

And  Christ  is  Lord  indeed. 

Stand  up!— stand  up  for  JesusI 

The  trumpet-call  obey; 
Forth  to  the  mighty  conflict, 

In  this  His  glorious  day. 
"Ye  that  are  'men  now  serve  Him,** 

Against  unnumbered  foes; 
Let  courage  rise  with  danger. 

And  strength  to  strength  oppose* 

Stand  up!— stand  up  for  Jesus! 

Stand  in  His  strength  alone; 
The  arm  of  flesh  will  fail  you— ■ 

Ye  dare  not  trust  your  own. 
Put  on  the  gospel  armor,  ^ 

And  watching  unto  prayer. 
Where  duty  calls  or  danger, 

Be  never  wanting  there. 


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12f 


Stand  up!— -stand  up  for  Jesual 

The  strife  will  not  be  long; 
This  day,  the  noise  of  battle. 

The  next,  the  victor's  song. 
To  him  that  overcometh, 

A  crown  of  life  shall  be; 
He  with  the  King  of  glory 

Shall  reign  eternallyl 

616 

The  morning  light  Is  breaking, 

The  darlsness  disappears; 
The  sons  of  earth  are  waking 

To  penitential  tears; 
Each  breeze  that  sweeps  the  ocean 

Brings  tidings  from  afar, 
Of  nations  in  commotion, 

Prepared  for  Zion's  war. 
See  heathen  nations  bending 

Before  the  God  we  love, 
And  thousand  hearts  ascending 

In  gratitude  above; 
While  sinners,  now  confessing, 

The  gospel  call  obey, 
And  seek  the  Saviour's  blessing— 

A  nation  in  a  day. 
Blest  river  of  salvation! 

Pursue  thine  onward  way; 
Flow  thou  to  every  nation. 

Nor  in  thy  richness  stay: 
Stay  not  till  all  the  lowly 

Triumphant  reach  their  home; 
Stay  not  till  all  the  holy 

Proclaim  ''The  Lord  is  cornel" 

617 

Sometimes  a  light  surprises 

The  Christian  while  He  sings: 
It  is  the  Lord  who  rises 

With  healing  in  His  wings. 
When  comforts  are  declining, 
)     He  grants  the  soul  again 
A  season  of  clear  shining, 

To  cheer  it  after  rain. 
In  holy  contemplation, 

We  sweetly  then  pursue 
The  theme  of  God's  salvation, 

And  find  it  ever  new; 
Set  free  from  present  sorrow. 

We  cheerfully  can  say, 
Let  the  unknown  to-morrow 

Bring  with  it  what  it  may. 
It  can  bring  with  it  nothing 

But  He  will  bring  us  through; 
"Who  gives  the  lilies  clothing 

Will  clothe  His  people  too; 
Beneath  the  spreading  heavens 

No  creature  but  is  fed; 
And  He  who  feeds  the  ravens, 

Will  give  His  children  bread. 
i  Though  vine  nor  fig-tree  neither 

Their  wonted  fruit  shall  bearj 
Though  all  the  fields  should  wither^ 

V«v  fiocks,  Bor  herds  be  there; 


Yet  God  the  same  abiding,  ^ 

His  praise  shall  tune  my  voice, 

For  wnile  in  Him  confiding, 
I  can  not  but  rejoice. 

618 

••Whosoeveb   heareth,*'  shout,    shout   tho 

sound! 
Send  the  blessed  tidings  all  the  world  around; 
Spread   the  joyful  news  wherever  man    is 

**  Whosoever  will,  may  come."      [found: 

"Whosoever  will,  whosoever  will," 

Send  the  proclamation  over  vale  and  hill"; 

'Tis  a  loving  Father  calls  the  wanderer  homes 
**  Whosoever  will,  may  come." 
Whosoever  cometh  need  not  delay, 
Now  the  door  is  open,  enter  while  you  may; 
Jesus  is  the  true,  the  only  Living  Way: 

**  Whosoever  will,  may  come." 
"Whosoever  will,"  the  promise  securej 
**  Whosoever  will,"  forever  must  endurej 
**  Whosoever  will,"  'tis  life  for  evermore: 

"Whosoever  will,  may  come." 

619 

Look,  ye  saints,  the  sight  is  glorious; 

See  the  **Man  of  sorrows"  now; 
From  the  fight  returned  victorious. 

Every  knee  to  Him  shall  bow, 

B*.  Crown  Him,  crown  Him,  angels,  crown  Tliw^ 
Crown  the  Saviour  "  King  of  kings."  ;g 
Crown  the  Saviour,  angels,  crown  Hiix^ 

Kich  the  trophies  Jesus  brings; 
In  the  seat  of  power  enthrone  Himy 

While  the  vault  of  heaven  rings. 
Sinners  in  derision  crowned  Him, 

Mocking  thus  the  Saviour's  claim; 
Saints  and  angels  crowd  around  Him, 
•Own  His  title,  praise  His  name. 
Hark!  the  bursts  of  acclamation! 

Hark!  these  loud  triumphant  chordHJ 
Jesus  takes  the  highest  station, 

Oh,  what  joy  the  sight  aflEbrds. 

620 

Jestjs  Cheist  is  passing  by, 

Sinner,  lift  to  Him  thine  eye; 

As  the  precious  moments  flee. 

Cry  **be  merciful  to  mel" 

Lo,  He  stands  and  calls  to  thee, 

**  What  wilt  thou  then  have  of  Met*, 

Hise,  and  tell  Him  all  thy  need; 

Kiae,  He  calleth  thee  indeed. 

•*  Lord,  I  would  Thy  mercy  see; 

Lord,  reveal  Thy  love  to  me; 

Let  it  penetrate  my  soul, 

AH  my  heart  and  life  control." 

Oh,  how  sweet  the  touch  of  power 

Comes — and  is  salvation's  hour; 

Jesvs  gives  from  guilt  release, 

**  Faith  h€tth  saved  thee,  go  in 


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621 


I  KTTOW  not  the  hour  when  my  Lord  will  come 
To  take  me  away  to  His  own  dear  home; 
But  I  know  that  His  presence  will  lighten  the 
And  that  will  be  glory  for  me.    [gloom, 

And  that  will  be  glory  for  me, 

Oh,  that  will  be  glory  for  me; 
But  I  know  that  His  presence  will  lighten  the  gloom, 

And  that  will  be  glory  for  me. 
I  know  not  the  song  that  the  angels  sing, 
I  know  not  the  sound  of  the  harps'  glad  ring; 
But  I  know  there'll  be  mention  of  Jesus  our 
And  that  will  be  music  for  me.     L^i^^g* 

And  that  will  be  music  far  me, 

Oh,  that  will  be  music  for  me ; 
But  I  know  there'll  be  mention  of  Jesus  our  King, 

And  that  will  be  music  for  me. 
I  know  not  the  form  of  my  mansion  fair, 
I  know  not  the  name  that  I  then  shall  bear; 
But  I  know  that  my  Saviour  will  welcome  me 
And  that  will  be  heaven  for  me.  [there, 

And  that  will  be  heaven  for  me ; 

Oh,  that  will  be  heaven  for  me  ; 
But  I  know  that  my  Saviour  will  welcome  me  there, 

And  that  will  be  heaven  for  me. 

622 

HiNQ  the  bells  of  heaven!  there  is  joy  to-day, 

For  a  soul  returning  from  the  wild; 
See!  the  Father  meets  him  out  upon  the  way, 
Welcoming  His  weary,  wandering  child. 
Glory  !  glory  !  how  the  angels  sing ; 
Glory  !  glory  !  how  the  loud  harps  ring  ; 
'Tis  the  ransomed  army,  like  a  mighty  sea, 
Pealing  forth  the  anthem  of  the  free. 
Ring  the  bells  of  heaven!  there  is  joy  to-day, 

For  the  wanderer  now  is  reconciled; 
Yes,  a  soul  is  rescued  from  his  sinful  \Yay, 

And  is  born  anew  a  ransomed  child,      [-(jg^y 
King  the  bells  of  heaven!  spread  the  feast  to- 

Angels^  swell  the  glad  triumphant  strain! 
Tell  the  joyful  tidings!  bear  it  far  away! 
For  a  precious  soul  is  born  again. 

623 

God  loved  the  world  of  sinners  lost 

And  ruined  by  the  fall; 
Salvation  full,  at  highest  cost, 
He  offers  free  to  all. 

Oh,  'twas  love !   'twas  wondrous  love ! 

The  love  of  God  to  me  ; 
It  brought  my  Saviour  from  above, 
To  die  on  Calvary. 
E'en  now  by  faith  I  claim  Him  mine, 

The  risen  Son  of  God; 
Redemption  by  His  death  I  find. 

And  cleansing  through  the  blood. 
Love  brings  the  glorious  fullness  in, 

And  to  His  saints  makes  known 
The  blessed  rest  from  inbred  sin, 
Through  faith  in  Christ  alone. 


Believing  souls,  rejoicing  go; 

There  shall  to  you  be  given 
A  glorious  foretaste,  here  below. 

Of  endless  life  in  heaven. 

Of  victory  now  o'er  Satan's  power 

Let  all  the  ransomed  sing, 
And  triumph  in  the  drying  hour 

Through  Christ  the  Lord  our  King. 

624 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 
Does  his  successive  journeys  run, 
His  kingdom  spread  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no  more. 

To  Him  shall  endless  prayer  be  made, 
And  praises  throng  to  crown  His  head: 
His  name,  like  sweet  perfume,  shall  rise 
"With  every  morning  sacrifice. 

People  and  realms  of  every  tongue 
Dwell  on  His  love  with  sweetest  song; 
And  infant  voi-ces  shall  proclaim 
Their  early  blessings  on  His  name 

Blessings  abound  where'er  He  reigna 
The  prisoner  leaps  to  loose  His  chains; 
The  weary  find  eternal  rest, 
And  all  the  sons  of  want  are  blest. 

Let  every  creature  rise  and  bring 
Peculiar  honors  to  our  King: 
Angels  descend  with  songs  again, 
And  earth  repeat  the  loud  Amen. 

625 

So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express 
The  holy  gospel  we  profess; 
So  let  our  works  and  virtues  shine, 
To  prove  the  doctrine  all  divine. 
Thus  shall  we  best  proclaim  abroad  ^ 
The  honors  of  our  Saviour  God; 
When  His  salvation  reigns  within_. 
And  grace  subdues  the  power  of  sin. 
Religion  bears  our  spirits  up, 
While  we  expect  that  blessed  hope— 
The  bright  appearance  of  the  Lord: 
And  faith  stands  leaning  on  His  word. 

626 

The  whole  world  was  lost  in  the  darkness  of 
The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus;  [sin, 
Like  sunshine  at  noonday  His  glory  shone  in. 
The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus. 

Come  to  the  Light,  'tis  shining  for  thee ; 

Sweetly  the  Light  has  dawned  upon  me. 

Once  I  was  blind  but  now  I  can  see : 

The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus.  ^ 

No  darkness  have  we  who  in  Jesus  abide  ^^ 

The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jeaus; 
W©  walk  in  the  Light  when  we  follow  our 
Guide, 
The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus. 


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131 


Vt  dWAllers   in   darkness,  with  sin-blinded 
eyes, 

The  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus; 
Qo,  wash,  at  His  bidding,  and  light  will  arise, 

Tne  Light  of  the  world  is  Jesus. 

Hcneedof  the  sunlight  in  heaven,  we're  told, 
The  Light  of  that  world  is  Jesus; 

mMiLamb  is  the  light  in  the  City  of  Gold, 
The  Light  of  that  world  is  Jesus. 

627 

Gome  home!  come  home! 
You  are  weary  at  heart. 
For  the  way  has  been  dark. 
And  so  lonely  and  wild; 

O  prodigal  child! 
Come  home!  oh,  come  home! 

Come  home  I     Come,  oh,  come  home  I 
Come  home!  come  home! 
For  we  watch  and  we  wait, 
And  we  stand  at  the  gate, 
"While  the  shadows  are  piled; 

O  prodigal  child! 
Come  homel  oh,  come  home! 

Come  home!  come  home! 
From  the  sorrow  and  blame, 
From  the  sin  and  the  shame, 
And  the  tempter  that  smiled, 

O  prodigal  child! 
Come  home,  oh,  come  home! 

Come  home!  come  home! 
There  is  bread  and  to  spare, 
And  a  warm  welcome  therel 
Then,  to  friends  reconciled, 

O  prodigal  child! 
Come  home,  oh,  come  home! 

628 

Mca  now,  My  child — a  little  more  rough  toss- 
A  little  longer  on  the  billow's  foam;     [ing, 

A  few  more  journey ings  in  the  desert  dark- 
ness, [Home! 
And  then,  the  sunshine  of  thy  Father's 

Hot  now;    for  I  have  wanderers  in  the  dis- 
tance, [love; 
And  thou  must  call  them  in  with  patient 
Kot  now;   for  I  have  sheep  upon  the  moun- 
tains,                                                    [rove. 
And  thou  must  follow  them  where'er  they 

Kot  now;  for  I  have  loved  ones  sad  and  weary; 

Wilt  thou   not  cheer  them  with  a  kindly 

smile?  ^row; 

6ick  ones,  who  need  thee  in  their  lonely  sor- 

Wilt  thou  not  tend  them  yet  a  little  while? 

Sot  now;  for  wounded  hearts  are  sorely  bleed- 
ing, [to  sing: 
And  thou  must  teach  those  widowed  hearts 
Hot  now;  for  orphans'  tears  are  quickly  fall- 
^        ing,                                                [in^  wing. 
They  must  be  gathered  'neath  some  shelter- 


Go,  with  the  name  of  Jesus,  to  the  dying. 

And  speak  that  Name  in  all  its  living  power: 

Why   should    thyi  fainting  heart   grow  chill 

and  weary?  [hour? 

Canst  thou  not  watch  with  Me  one  little 

One  little  hour!  and  then  the  glorious  crown- 
ing, [palm; 

The  golden  harp-strings,  and  the  victor's 
One  little  hour!  and  then  the  hallelujah! 

Eternity's  long,  deep,  thanksgiving  psalml 

629 

The  »reat  Physician  now  is  near. 

The  sympathizing  Jesus; 
He  speaks  the  drooping  heart  to  cheex, 

Oh,  hear  the  voice  of  Jesus. 
Sweetest  note  in  seraph  song, 
Sweetest  name  on  mortal  tongue, 
Sweetest  carol  ever  sung, 
Jesus,  blessed  Jesus. 
Your  many  sins  are  all  forgiven. 

Oh,  hear  the  voice  of  Jesus; 
Go  on  your  way  in  peace  to  heaven^ 

And  wear  a  crown  with  Jesus. 
All  glory  to  the  dying  Lamb! 

I  now  believe  in  Jesus; 
I  love  the  blessed  Saviour's  name, 

I  love  the  name  of  Jesus. 
His  name  dispels  my  guilt  and  fear. 

No  other  name  but  Jesus; 
Oh,  hov  Day  soul  delights  to  hear 

The  precious  name  of  Jesus. 

630 

To-DAT  the  Saviour  calls; 

Ye  wanderers,  come; 
O  ye  benighted  souls. 

Why  longer  roam? 
K:  Come  home,  come  home, 

The  Saviour  calls,  come  home.  : 
To-day  the  Saviour  calls; 

O  hear  Him  now;  — 

Within  these  sacred  walls 

To  Jesus  bow. 
To-day  the  Saviour  calls; 

For  refuge  fly; 
The  storm  of  justice  falls. 

And  death  is  nigh. 
The  Spirit  calls  to-day; 

Yield  to  His  power; 
O  grieve  Him  not  away, 

'Tis  mercy's  hour. 

631 

Where  is  my  wandering  boy  to-night— 

The  boy  of  my  tenderest  care, 
The  boy  that  was  once  my  joy  and  light, 
The  child  of  my  love  and  prayer? 
II:  0  where  is  my  boy  to-night?  :|1 
My  heart  o'erflows,  for  I  love  him,  he  knowif 
O  where  is  my  boy  to-night  ? 


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Once  he  was  pure  as  morning  dew, 
As  he  knelt  at  His  mother's  knee; 

No  face  was  so  bright,  no  heart  more  true. 
And  none  was  so  sweet  as  he. 

O  could  I  see  you  now,  my  boy, 

As  fair  as  in  olden  time, 
When  prattle  and  smile  made  home  a  joy, 

And  life  was  a  merry  chime! 

Go  for  my  wandering  boy  to-night, 
Go,  search  for  him  where  you  will; 

But  bring  him  to  me  with  all  his  blight. 
And  teli  him  I  love  him  still. 

632 

It  passeth  knowledge,  that  dear  love  of  Thine! 
My  Jesus!  Saviour!  yet  this  soul  of  mine 
Would    of   that  love,   in   all   its  depth    and 
length,  [strength, 

Its  height,  and  breadth,  and  everlasting 

Know  more  and  more. 
It  passeth  telling!  that  dear  love  of  Thinel 
My  Jesus!  Saviour!  yet  th3se  lips  of  mine 
Would  fain  proclaim  to  sinners  far  and  near 
A  love  which  can  remove  all  guilty  tear, 

And  love  beget. 
It  passeth  praises!  that  dear  love  of  Thine! 
My  Jesus!  Saviour!  yet  this  heart  of  mine 
Would  stng  a  love  so  rich,  so  full,  so  free. 
Which  brought  an  undone  sinner,  such  as  me, 

Eight  home  to  God. 
•  But  ah!  I  can  not  tell,  or  sing,  or  know 
The  fullness  of  that    love  whilst  here  below; 
Yet  my  poor  vessel  I  may  freely  bring; 

0  Thou  who  art  of  love  the  living  spring, 

My  vessel  fill. 

1  am  an  empty  vessel!  scarce  one  thought 
Gr  look  of  love  to  Thee  I've  ever  brought; 
Yet,  I  may  come,  and  come  again  to  Thee 
With    this— the    contrite    sinner's    truthful 

**  Thou  lovest  me."  [plea— 

Oh,  fill  me,  Jesus,  Saviour,  with  Thy  love! 
May  woes  but  drive  me  to  the  fount  above; 
Thither  may  I  m  childlike  faith  draw  nigh^ 
And  never  to  another  fountain  fly, 

But  unto  Thee! 
And  when,  my  Jesus,  Thy  dear  face  I  see, 
When  at  the  lofty  throne  I  bend  the  knee, 
Then  of    Thy    love,  in   all   its   breadth    and 
length,  [strength, 

Its  height,  and  depth,  and  everlasting 

My  soul  shall  sing. 

633    . 

Come,  Thou  fount  of  every  blessing, 

Tune  my  heart  to  sing  Thy  grace; 
Streams  of  mercy,  never  ceasing. 

Call  for  songs  of  loudest  praise; 
Teach  me  some  melodiou-s  sonnet, 

Sung  by  flaming  tongues  above; 
Praise  the  mount— I'm  fixed  upon  it! 

Mount  of  Thy  redeeming  love. 


Here  I'll  raise  my  Ebenezer, 
Hither  by  Thy  help  I'm  come; 

And  I  hope,  by  Thy  good  pleasure, 
Safely  to  arrive  at  home; 

Jesus  sought  me  when  a  stranger. 
Wandering  from  the  fold  of  God; 

He,  to  rescue  me  from^ danger, 
Interposed  His  precious  blood. 

Oh,  to  grace  how  great  a  debtor, 
Daily  I'm  constiained  to  be! 

Let  Thy  goodness,  as  a  fetter, 
Bind  my  wandering  heart  to  Thee. 

Prone  to  wander,  Lord,  I  feel  it- 
Prone  to  leave  the  God  1  love- 
Here's  my  heart,  oh,  take  and  seal  it, 
Seal  jt  for  Thy  couits  above. 

634 

Sweet  hour  of  prayer!  sweet  hour  of  prayer! 

That  calls  me  from  a  world  of  care, 

And  bids  me  at  my  Father's  throne 

Make  all  my  wants  and  wishes  known. 

In  seasons  of  distress  and  grief 

My  soul  has  often  found  relief, 

II ;  And  oft  escaped  the  tempter's  snare. 

By  thy  return,  sweet  hour  of  prayer!  :| 

S\7eet  hour  of  prayer!  sweet  hour  of  prayerl 

Ihy  wings  shall  my  petition  bear 

To  Him  whose  truth  and  faithfulness 

Engage  the  waiting  soul  to  bless. 

And  since  He  bids  me  seek  His  face, 

Believe  His  word,  and  trust  His  grace, 

II ;  I'll  cast  on  Him  my  every  care, 

And  wait  for  thee,  sweet  hour  of  prayer!  :  j 

Sweet  hour  of  prayer!  sweet  hour  of  prayerl 

May  1  thy  consolation  share. 

Till,  from  Mount  Pisgah's  lofty  height, 

I  view  my  home  and  take  my  flight; 

This  robe  of  flesh  I'll  drop^  and  rise 

To  seize  the  everlasting  prize; 

II :  And  shout,  while  passing  through  the  air. 

Farewell,  farewell,  sweet  hour  of  prayer!  :| 

635 

Theee  is  life  for  a  look  at  the  Crucified  One, 
There  is  life  at  this  moment  for  thee; 

Then   look,  sinner, .look   unto  Him  and   be 
saved, 
Unto  Him  who  was  nailed  to  the  tree. 

Look  !  look  !  look  and  live  1 

There  is  life  for  a  look  at  the  Crucified  One, 

There  is  life  at  this  moment  for  thee. 

Oh,  why  was  He  there  as  the  Bearer  of  sin. 
If  on  Jesus  thy  guilt  was  not  laid? 

Oh,. why  from  His  side  flowed  the  sin-cleans- 
ing blood, 
If  His  dying  thy  debt  has  not  paid? 

It  is  not  thy  tears  of  repentance,  and  prayers, 
But  the  bloody  that  atones  for  the  soul; 

On  Him,  then,  who  shed  it,  thou  mayest  at 
Thy  weight  of  iniquities  roll.  [once 


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133 


Then  doubt  not  thy  welcome,  since  God  has 
declared 
There  remaineth  no  more  to  be  done; 
That  once  in  the  end  of  tlie  world  He  ap- 
peared, 
And  completed  the  work  He  begun. 

Then  take  with  rejoicing  from  Jesus  at  once 
The  life  everlasting  He  gives;  [die, 

And  know  with  assurance  thou  never  canst 
Since  Jesus,  thy  righteousness,  lives. 

636 

Come  to  the  Saviour,  make  no  delay; 
Here  in  His  word  He's  shown  us  the  way; 
Here  in  our  midst  He's  standing  to-day, 
Tenderly  saying,  "come!" 

Joyful,  joyful  will  the  meeting  be, 

When  from  sin  our  hearts  are  pure  and  free ; 

And  we  shall  gather,  Saviour,  with  Thee, 
In  our  eternal  home. 
•'Suffer  the  children!"  Oh,  hear  His  voice, 
Let  every  heart  leap  forth  and  rejoice, 
And  let  us  freely  make  Him  our  choice; 

Do  not  delay,  but  come. 
Think  once  again,  He's  with  us  to-day; 
Heed  now  His  blest  commands,  and  obey; 
Hear  now  His  accents  tenderly  say, 

"  Will  you,  my  children,  come?" 

637 

He  leadeth  me?  oh!  blessed  thought, 

O  words  with  heavenly  comfort  fraught; 

Whate'er  I  do,  where'er  I  be, 

Still  'tis  God's  hand  that  leadeth  me.) 

He  leadeth  rae  !     He  leadeth  me  ! 
By  His  own  Hand  He  leadeth  me; 
His  faithful  follower  I  would  be, 
For  by  His  Hand  He  leadeth  me. 

Sometimes  'mid  scenes  of  deepest  gloom, 
Sometimes  where  Eden's  bowers  bloom, 
By  waters  still,  o'er  troubled  sea- 
Still  'tis  God's  hand  that  leadeth  me. 

Lord,  1  would  clasp  Thy  hand  in  mine. 
Nor  ever  murmur  nor  repine, 
Content,  whatever  lot  I  see, 
Since  'tis  my  God  that  leadeth  me. 

Andwhen  my  task  on  earth  is  done. 
When,  by  Tliy  grace,  the  victory'sjR^on, 
E'en  death's  cold  wave  I  will  not  flee, 
Since  God  through  Jordan  leadeth  me. 

638 

"When  He  cometh,  when  He  cometh 
To  make  up  His  jewels, 
All  His  jewels,  precious  jewels. 
His  loved  and  His  own. 

Like  the  stars  of  the  morning, 

His  bright  crown  adorning, 

They  shall  shine  in  their  beauty, 

Bright  gems  for  His  crowu. 


He  will  gather.  He  will  gather 

The  gems  for  His  kino;dom; 

All  the  pure  ones,  all  the  bright  ones, 

His  loved  and  His  own. 

Little  children,  little  children, 

W'ho  love  their  Redeemer, 

Are  the  jewels,  precious  jewels. 

His  loved  and  His  own. 

639 

Lord,  I  hear  of  showers  of  blessing 

Thou  art  scattering  full  and  free- 
Showers  the  thirsty  land  refreshing; 

Let  some  droppings  fall  on  me — 
Even  me,  even  me, 
Let  Thy  blessing  fall  on  me. 
Pass  me  not,  O  gracious  Father, 

Sinful  though  my  heart  may  be; 
Thou  might'st  leave  me,  but  the  rather 

Let  Thy  mercy  fall  on  me — 
Pass  me  not,  O  tender  Saviour! 

Let  me  love  and  cling  to  Thee; 
I  am  longing  for  Thy  favor; 

Whilst  Thou'rt  calling;  oh,  call  m 
Pass  me  not,  0  mighty  Spirit! 

Thou  canst  make  the  blind  to  see; 
Witnesser  of  Jesus'  merit, 

Speak  the  word  of  power  to  me — 
Love  of  God,  so  pure  and  changeless;! 

Blood  of  Christ,  so  rich  and  free; 
Grace  of  God,  so  strong  and  boundless. 

Magnify  them  all  in  me— 
Pass  me  not:  Thy  lost  one  bringing. 

Bind  my  heart,  O  Lord,  to  Thee; 
While  the  streams  of  life  are  springingj 

Blessing  others,  oh,  bless  me— 

640 

Hark!  the  voice  of  Jesus  crying— 

"  Who  will  go  and  work  to-day? 
Fields  are  white,  and  harvest  wai<tingj 

Who  will  bear  the  sheaves  away?" 
Loud  and  strong  the  Master  calleth, 

Rich  reward  He  offers  thee; 
Who  will  answer,  gladly  saying, 

*'  Hefe  am  I;  send  me,  send  me!** 

If  you  can  not  cross  the  ocean, 

And  the  heathen  lands  explore. 
You  can  find  the  heathen  nearer, 

You  can  help  them  at  your  door. 
If  you  can  not  give  your  tliousands, 

You  can  give  the  widow's  mite; 
And  the  least  you  do  for  Jesus 

Wrll  be  piecious  in  His  sight. 

If  you  can  not  speak  like  angels, 

If  you  can  not  preach  like  Paul, 
You  can  tell  the  love  of  Jesus, 

You  can  say  He  died  for  all. 
If  you  can  not  rouse  the  wicked 

With  the  judgment's  dread  alarms^ 
You  can  lead  the  little  children 

To  the  Saviour's  waiting  arms. 


134: 


If  you  can  not  be  the  watchman, 

Standing  high  on  Zion's  wall, 
Pointing  out  the  path  to  heaven, 

Offering  life  and  peace  to  all; 
With  your  prayers  and  with  your  bounties 

You  can  do  what  heaven  demands!    ' 
Tou  can  be  like  faithful  Aaron, 

Holding  up  the  prophet's  hands. 

If  among  the  older  people 

You  may  not  be  apt  to  teach, 
•'Feed  my  lambs,"  said  Christ,  our  Shepherd, 

**  Place  the  food  within  their  reach,'' 
And  it  may  be  that  the  children 

You  have  led  with  trembling  hand 
Will  be  found  among  your  jewels. 

When  you  reach  the  better  land. 

Let  none  hear  you  idle  saying, 

"There  is  nothing  I  can  do," 
While  the  souls  of  men  are  dying, 

And  the  Master  calls  for  you. 
Take  the  task  He  gives  you  gladly. 

Let  His  work  your  pleasure  be, 
Answer  quickly  when  He  calleth, 

**  Here  am  I;  send  me,  send  me!" 

641 

Nothing  but  leaves!  The  Spirit  grieves 

O'er  years  of  wasted  life! 
O'er  sins  indulged  while  conscience  slept. 
O'er  vows  and  promises  unkent. 

And  reap  from  years  o:  sinfe— 
Nothmg  but  leaves!  Nothing  but  leavesl 

Nothing  but  leaves!  No  gathered  sheaves 

Of  life's  fair  ripening  gram; 
We  sow  our  seeds;  lo!  tares  and  weeds- 
Words,  idle  words,  for  earnest  deeds — 

Then  reap,  with  toil  and  pain, 
Nothing  but  leaves!  Nothing  but  leavesl 

Nothing  but  leaves!  Sad  memory  weaves 

No  veil  to  hide  the  past; 
And  as  we  trace  our  weary  way. 
And  count  each  lost  and  misspent  day, 

We  sadly  find  at  last- 
Nothing  but  leaves!  Nothing  but  leaves! 

Ah,  who  shall  thus  the  Master  meet, 
And  bring  but  withered  leaves? 

Ah,  who  shall,  at  the  Saviour's  feet, 

Before  the  awful  judgment-seat, 

Lay  down,  for  golden  sheaves. 

Nothing  but  leaves!  Nothing  but  leaves? 

642 

•♦  Yet  there  is  room!"    The  Lamb's  bnght 

hall  of  song. 
With  its  fair  glory,  beckons  thee  along, 
Boom,  room,  still  room!  oh,  enter,  enter  now! 

Day  is  declining,  and  the  sun  is  low;' 

The  shadows  lengthen,  light  makes  haste  to 

Room,  room,  still  room!  uh,  enter,  enter  now! 


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The  bridal  hall  is  filling  for  the  feast: 

Pass  in!   pass  in!   and  be   the   bridegroom** 

guest: 
Room,  room,  still  room!  oh,  enter,  enter  now! 

It  fills,  it  fills,  that  hall  of  jubilee!  [thee: 
Make  haste,  make  haste;  'ti^s  not  too  full  for 
Room,  room,  still  room!  oh,  enter,  enter  nowt 

Yet  there  is  room!  Still  open  stands  the  gate. 
The  gate  of  love;  it  is  not  yet  too  late: 
Room,  room,  still  roomi  oh,  enter,  enter  nowl' 

Pass  m,  pass  in!  That  banquet  is  for  thee; 

That  cup  of  everlasting  love  is  free: 

Room,  room,  still  room!  oh,  enter,  enter  nowl 

All  heaven  is  there,  all  joy:  Go  in,  go  in; 
The  angels  beckon  thee  the  prize  to  win: 
Room,  room,  still  room!  oh,  enter,  enter  nowl 

Ere  night  that  gate  may  close,  and  seal  thy 

doom;  [room!" 

Then  the  last,  low,  long  cry:—'*  No  room,  no 

No   room,    no    room,— oh,    woful    cry,    "No* 

room!" 

643 

Do  you  see  the  Hebrew  captive  kneeiiu^ 
At  morning,  noon  and  night,  to  pray^ 

In  his  chamber  he  remembers  Zion, 
Though  in  exile  far  away. 

Are  your  windows  open  toward  Jerusalem, 

Though  as  captives  here  a  '   little  while  "  we  stayf' 

For  the  coming  of  the  Kiug  in  His  glory. 
Are  you  watching  day  by  day  1 

Do  not  fear  to  tread  the  fiery  furnace, 
Nor  shrink  the  lion  s  den  to  share; 

For  the  God  of  Daniel  will  deliver. 
He  Will  send  His  angel  there. 

Children  of  the  living  God,  take  courage^ 
Your  great  deliverance  sweetly  sing; 

Set  your  faces  toward  the  mil  of  Zion, 
Thence  to  hail  your  coming  King! 

644 

Soon  shall  we  see  the  glorious  morning. 

Saints  arise!  Saints  arise! 
Sinners,  attend  the  notes  ot  warning;  - 

Saints  arise!.  Saints  arise! 
The  resurrection  day  draws  near. 
The  King  of  Saints  shall  scon  appear, 
And  high  His  royal  standard  rear; 

Saints  arise!  Saints  arise! 

Hear  ye  the  trump  of  God  resounding, 

Saints  arise!  Saints  arise! 
Through  all  the  vaults  of  death  reboundiflgf 

Saints  arise!  baints  arise! 
To  meet  the  Bridegroom,  haste,  preparel 
Put  on  your  bridal  garments  fair. 
And  hail  your  Saviour  in  tlie  air; 

Saints  arise!  baiuls  arisel 


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185 


The  Saints  who  sleep,  with  joy  awaken. 

Ail  arise!  all  arise! 
Their  beds  of  death  are  quick  forsaken, 

All  arise!  all  arise! 
Not  one  of  all  the  faithful  few, 
Who  here  on  earth  the  Saviour  knew, 
But  starts  with  bJiss  his  Lord  to  view: 

All  arise!  all  arise! 

Fast  by  the  throne  of  God  behold  them 

Crowned  at  last!  crowned  at  last! 

See  in  His  arras  the  Saviour  folds  them, 

Crowned  at  last!  crowned  at.last! 
With  wreaths  of  glory  round  their  head, 
No  tears  of  sorrow  now  are  shed, 
To  joy's  full  fountain  all  are  led, 

Crowned  at  last!iCrowned  at  lastl 


645 

**Man  of  Sorrows,"  what  a  name 
For  the  Son  of  God,  who  came, 
Kuined  sinners  to  reclaim! 
Hallelujah,  what  a  Saviour! 

Bearing  shame  and  scoffing  rude, 

In  my  place  condemned  He  stood; 

Sealed  my  pardon  with  His  blood; 

Hallelujah!  what  a  Saviour! 

Guilty,  vile  an-d  helpless,  we; 

Spotless  Lamb  of  God  was  He; 

"Full  atonement!"  can  it  be? 

Hallelujah!  what  a  Saviour! 

Lifted  up  was  He  to  die, 
•'  It  is  finished,"  was  His  cry; 
Now  in  heaven  exalted  high: 
Hallelujah!  what  a  Saviour! 

When  He  comoNg,  our  glorious  King, 
All  His  ransomed  home  to  bring, 
Then  anew  this  song  we'll  sing; 
Hallelujah!  what  a  Saviour! 

646 

Ho!  reapers  of  life's  harvest. 

Why  stand  with  rusted  blade, 
"Pntil  the  niglat  draws  round  thee, 

And  day  begins  to  fade? 
Why  stand  ye  idle,  waiting 

For  reapers  more  to  come? 
The  golden  morn  is  passing, 

Why  sit  ye  idle,  dumb? 

Thrust  in  your  sharpened  sickle, 

And  gather  in  the  grain. 
The  night  is  fast  approaching, 

And  soon  will  come  again? 
The  Master  calls  for  reapers,, 

And  shall  He  call  in  vain? 
Bhall  sheaves  lie  there  ungathered. 

And. waste  upon  the  plain? 


Mount  up  the  heights  of  Wisdom, 

And  crush  each  error  low; 
Keep  back  no  words  of  knowledge 

That  Imman  hearts  should  know. 
Be  faithful  to  thy  mission, 

In  service  of  thy  Lord, 
And  then  a  golden  chaplet 

Shall  be  thy  just  reward. 

647 

Fade,  fade,  each  earthly  joy; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
Break,  every  tender  tie; 

Jesus  IS  mine! 
Dark  is  the  wilderness, 
Earth  has  no  resting-place, 
Jesus  alone  can  bless, 

Jesus  is  mine! 

Tempt  not  my  soul  away; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
Here  would  I  ever  stay; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
Perishing  things  of  clay. 
Born  but  for  one  brief  day. 
Pass  from  my  heart  away, 

Jesus  is  mine! 

FareweP^  ye  dreams  of  night; 

Jesus  13  mine! 
Lost  in  this  dawning  light; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
All  that  my  soul  has  tried, 
Left  but  a  dismal  void, 
Jesus  has  satisfied, 

Jesus  IS  mine! 

Farewell,  mortality; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
Welcome,  eternity; 

Jesus  is  mine! 
Welcome,  O  loved  and  blest, 
Welcome,  sweet  scenes  of  rest^ 
Welcome,  my  Saviour's  breaat, 

Jesus  is  mine! 

648 

Knocking,  knocking,  who  is  there? 

Waiting,  waiting,  oh,  how  fair! 
*Tis  a  Pilgrim,  strange  and  kingly, 

Never  such  was  seen  before; 
Ah,  my  soul,  for  such  a  wonder 

Wilt  thou  not  undo  the  door? 

Knocking,  knocking,  still  He's  there. 
Waiting,  waiting,  wondrous  fair; 

But  the  door  is  hard  to  open, 
For  the  weeds  and  ivy-vine, 

With  their  dark  and  clinging  tendrils, 
Ever  round  the  hinges  twine. 

Knocking,  knocking,— what!  still  there! 

Waiting,  waiting,  grand  and  fair! 
Yes,  the  pierced  hand  still  knocketh, 

And  beneath  the  crowned  hair 
Beam  the  patient  eyes^  so  tender. 

Of  thy  Savionr.  waitmif  ther«. 


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649 


I  HEABD  th«  voice  of  Jesus  say, 

♦'  Come  unto  me  and  rest; 
Lay  down,  thou  weary  one,  lay  down 

Thy  head  upon  my  breast." 

I  came  to  Jesus  as  I  was — 

Weary,  and  worn  and  sad; 
I  found  in  Him  a  resting-place, 

And  He  has  made  me  glad. 

[  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  say, 

"  Behold,  I  freely  give 
The  living  water— thirsty  one. 

Stoop  down,  and  drink,  and  live." 

I  came  to  Jesus,  and  I  dranii 

Of  that  life-giving  stream; 
My  thirst  was  quenched,  my  soul  revived, 

And  now  I  live  in  Him. 

I  heard  the  voice  of  Jesus  say, 
♦*  I  am  this  darl^  world's  Lightj 

Look  unto  me,  thy  morn  shall  rise 
And  all  thy  day  be  bright." 

I  looked  to  Jesus,  and  I  found 

In  Him  my  Star,  my  Sun: 
And  in  that  light  of  life  I'll  walk 

Till  traveling  days  are  done. 

650 

Eepeat  the  story  o'er  and  o'er, 

Of  grace  so  full  and  free, 
I  love  to  hear  it  more  and  more. 

Since  grace  has  rescued  me. 

H:  The  half  was  never  told,  :H 
Of  grace  divine,  so  wonderful. 
The  half  was  never  told. 

Ot peace  I  only  knew  the  name, 
Nor  found  my  soul  its  rest,  ^ 
.  Until  the  sweet-voiced  angel  came 
To  soothe  my  weary  breast. 

H:  The  half  was  never  told,  :|| 
Of  peace  divine,  so  wonderful. 
The  half  was  never  told. 

My  highest  jplace  ia  lying  low 

At  my  Redeemer's  feet; 
No  xealjoy  in  life  I  know, 

But  in  His  service  sweet. 

K:  The  half  was  never  told,  :II 
Of  joy  divine,  so  wonderful, 
The  half  was  never  told. 

Aaid,  oh,  what  rapture  will  it  bo 

With  all  the  host  above. 
To  sing  through  all  eternity 

The  wonders  of  His  love/ 

|:  The  half  was  never  told,  :|| 
Of  love  divine,  so  woHderfUl, 
Tlie  half  was  never  told. 


651 

It  may  be  at  morn,  when  the  day  is  awaking. 
When  sunlight  thro'  darkness  and  shadow  is 

breaking. 
That  Jesus  will  come  in  the  fullness  of  glory, 
To  receive  from  the  world  "  His  own." 

O  Lord  Jesus,  how  long  ?  how  long 
Ere  we  shout  the  glad  song  ? 
Christ  returneth  ;  Hallelujah  1  hallelujah  I 
Amen,  Hallelujah  1    Amen. 

Tt  may  be  at  midday,  it  may  be  at  twilight, 
It  may  be,  perchance,  that  the  blackness  of 

midnight 
Will  burst  into  light  in  the  blaze  of  His  glory 
Whe-n  Jesus  receives  "His  own." 

While  its  hosts  cry  Hosanna,  from  heaven 

descending, 
With  glorified  saints  and  the  angels  attending, 
With  grace  on  His  brow,  like  a  halo  of  glory. 
Will  Jesus  receive  "His  own." 

Oh,  joy!   oh,  delight!  should  we  go  without 

dying,  [crying, 

No  sickness,  no  sadness,   no  dread  and  no 

Caught  up  through  the  clouds  with  our  Lord 

into  glory, 

WheuiJesus  receives  "  His  own,'* 

652 

Standing  by  a  purpose  true. 
Heeding  God's  command. 

Honor  them,  the  faithful  fewl 
All  hail  to  Daniel's  Band! 

Dare  to  be  a  Daniel, 

Dare  to  stand  -iQne  1 
Dare  to  have  a  purpvse  firm  1 

Dare  to  make  it  known  1 

Many  mighty  men  are  lost. 

Baring  not  to  stand, 
Who  for  God  had  been  a  host, 

By  joining  Daniel's  Band. 

Many  giants,  great  and  tall, 
Stalking  through  tbe  land. 

Headlong  to  the  earth  would  fall. 
If  met  by  Daniel's  Band. 

Hold  the  gospel  banner  high! 

On  to  victory  grand! 
Satan  and  his  hosts  defy, 

And  shout  for  Daniel's  Band.  I 

653 

EI9E,  my  soul,  arise, 
Shake  off  thy  guilty  fears; 
The  bleeding  sacrifice 
In  my  behalf  appears; 
Before  the  throne  my  surety  standi, 
My  name  is  written  on  His  hands. j 


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18f 


He  ever  lives  above, 

For  me  to  intercede; 
Hi3  all-redeeming  love, 

His  precious  blood  to  plead; 
His  blood  atoned  for  all  our  race. 
And  sprinkles  now  the  throne  of  grace. 

Five  bleeding  wounds  He  bears, 

Received  on  Calvary; 
They  pour  effectual  prayers, 
They  strongly  plead  for  me; 
Forgive  him,  oh,  forgive,  they  cry. 
Nor  let  that  ranspmed  sinner  die. 

My  God  is  reconciled; 

His  pardoning  voice  I  hear; 
He  owns  me  for  His  child; 
I  can  no  longer  fear; 
"With  confidence  I  now  draw  nigh, 
And  '*  Father,  Abba,  Father!"  cry. 

654 

Mt  hope  19  built  on  nothing  less 
Than  Jesus'  blood  and  righteousness; 
1  dare  not  trust  the  sweetest  frame. 
But  wholly  lean  on  Jesus'  name. 

On  Christ,  the  Solid  Rock,  I  stand; 
All  other  ground  is  sinking  sand. 

When  darkness  veils  His  l©vely  face 
I  rest  on  His  unchanging  grace, 
In  every  hio;h  and  stormy  gale. 
My  anchor  holds  within  the  vail. 

His  oath,  His  covenant.  His  blood. 
Support  me  in  the  whelming  flood; 
When  all  around  my  soul  gives  way, 
He  then  is  all  my  hope  andf  stay. 

When  He  shall  come  with  trumpet  sound, 
O,  may  I  then  in  Him  be  found. 
Clothed  in  His  righteousness  alone, 
Faultless  to  stand  before  the  thronel 

655 

Theee's  a  beautiful  land  on  high, 
To  its  glories  I  fain  would  fly; 
When  by  sorrows  pressed  dow% 
I  long  for  my  crown 
In  that  beautiful  land  on  high. 
In  that  beautiful  land  I  11  be 
From  earth  and  its  cares  set  free ; 
My  Je-'^us  is  there, 
He's  giibe  to  prepare 
A  place  li}  that  land  for  me. 
There's  a  beaatiful  land  on  high,' 
I  shall  enter  it  by  and  by; 
There  with  friends  hand  in  hand, 
I  shall  walk  on  the  strand, 
In  that  beautiful  land  on  high. 
There's  a  beautiful  land  on  high;* 
Then  why  should  I  fear  to  die, 
When  death  is  the  way 
To  the  realms  of  day 
1u  that  beautiful  land  on  high? 


There's  a  beautiful  land  on  high. 
And  my  kindred  its  bliss  enjoy; 

And  methinks  I  now  see 

Them  waiting  for  me, 
In  that  beautiful  land  on  high. 
There's  a  beautiful  land  on  high, 
Where  we  never  shall  say  "good-bye;** 

Where  the  righteous  will  sing. 

And  their  chorus  will  ring, 
In  that  beautiful  land  on  high. 

056 

Oh!  do  not  let  the  Word  depart, 
And  close  thine  eyes  against  the  light; 

Poor  sinner,  harden  not  thy  heart; 
Thou  wouldst  be  saved— Why  not  to-night? 
Why  not  to-night?    Why  not  to-night  ? 
Thou  wouldst  be  saved — Why  not  to-night  ? 

To-morrow's  sun  may  never  rise 
To  bless  thy  long  deluded  sight; 

This  is  the  time!  Oh,  then  be  wise! 
Thou  wouldst  be  saved— Why  not  to-night? 

The  world  has  nothing  left  to  give- 
It  has  no  new,  no  pure  delight; 

Oh,  try  the  life  which  Christians  live! 
Thou  wouldst  be  saved— Why  not  to-ni^t? 

Our  blessed  Lord  refuses  none 
Who  would  to  Him  their  souls  unite; 

Then  be  the  work  of  grace  begun! 
Thou  wouldst  be  saved—  Why  not  to-nightf 

657 

She  only  touched  the  hem  of  His  garment, 

As  to  His  side  she  stole, 
Amid  the  crowd  that  gathered  around  Him, 
And  straightway  she  was  whole. 
Oh,  touch  the  hem  of  His  garment, 

And  thou,  too,  shalt  be  free  ; 
His  saving  power  this  very  hour 
Shall  give  new  life  to  thee. 
She  came  in  fear  and  trembling  before  Him, 

She  knew  her  Lord  had  come; 
She  felt  that  from  Him  virtue  had  healed  her. 

The  mighty  deed  was  done. 
He  turned  with  "  Daughter,  be  of  good  com- 
Thy  faith  hath  made  thee  whole;"    [fort, 
And  peace  that  passeth  all  understanding 
With  gladness  filled  her  soul. 

658 

I  AM  coming  to  the  cross; 

I  am  poor,  and  weak,  and  blind; 
1  am  counting  all  but  dross, 
I  shall  full  salvation  find. 
I  am  trusting,  Lord,  in  Thee, 
Blessed  Lamb  of  Calvary  ; 
Humbly  at  Thy  cross  I  bow. 
Save  me,  Jesus,  save  me  now. 
Long  my  heart  has  sighed  for  Thee^ 

Long  has  evil  reigned  within; 
Jesus  sweetly  speaks  to  me— 

**  I  will  cl««-nae  you  from  all  siu«*' 


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Here  I  give  my  all  to  Thee, 
Friends,  and  time,  and  earthly  store; 

Soul  and  body  Thine  to  be- 
Wholly  Thine  for  evermore. 

In  the  promises  I  trust, 
Now  I  feel  the  blood  applied; 

I  am  prostrate  m  the  dust, 
I  with  Christ  am  crucified. 

Jesus  comes!  He  fills  my  soull 
Perfected  in  Him  I  am; 

I  am  every  whit  made  whole: 
Glory,  glory  to  the  Lamb! 

659 

When  Jesus  comes  to  reward  His  servants^ 

Whether  it  be  noon  or  night, 
Faithful  to  Him  will  He  find  us  watching, 

With  our  lamps  all  trimmed  and  bright? 

Ob,  can  we  say  we  are  ready,  brother? — 
Ready  for  the  soul's  bright  home  ? 

Say,  will  He  had  you  aad  me  still  watching, 

Waiting,  waiting  when  the  Lord  shall  come? 
If  at  the  dawn  of  the  early  morning 

He  shall  call  us  one  by  one, 
When  to  the  Lord  we  restore  our  talents, 

Will  He  answer  thee—"  Well  done!" 
Have  we  been  true  to  the  trust  He  left  us, 

Do  we  seek  to  do  our  best? 
If  in  our  hearts  there  is  naught  condemns  us, 

We  shall  have  a  glorioUvS  rest. 
Blessed  are  those  whom  the  Lord  finds  watch- 
In  His  glory  they  shall  share;  [ing, 
If  He  shall  come  at  the  dawn  or  midnight, 

Will  He  find  us  watching  there? 

660 

Savioue,  like  a  shepherd,  lead  us, 

Much  we  need  Thy  tend'rest  care; 
In  Thy  pleasant  pastures  feed  us, 

For  our  use  Thy  folds  prepare. 
Blessed  Jesus,     Blessed  Jesus, 

Thou  hast  bought  us,  Thine  we  are. 
"We  are  Thine,  do  Thou  befriend  us, 

Be  the  Guardian  of  our  way; 
Keep  Thy  flock,  from  sin  defend  us, 

Seek  us  when  we  go  astray. 
Blessed  Jesus,     Blessed  Jesus, 

Hear,  O  hear  us,  when  we  pray. 
Thou  hast  promised  to  receive  us, 

Poor  and  sinful  though  we  be;   j 
Thou  hast  mercy  to  relieve  us, 

Grace  to  cleanse,  and  power  to  free. 
Blessed  Jesus,     Blessed  Jesus, 

We  will  early  turn  to  Thee. 


OoME,  ye  disconsolate!  where'er  ye  languish, 

Come  to  the  mercy-seat,  fervently  kneel: 
Here  bring  your  wounded  hearts,  here  tell 
your  anguish;  [heal. 

C  Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  hfeaven  cao  not 


Joy  of  the  desolate!  light  of  the  straying, 
Hope  of  the  penitent,  fadeless  and  pure! 

Here  speaks  the  Comforter,  tenderly  saying, 
Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heaven  can  not 
cure. 

Here  see  the  bread  of  life:  see  waters  flowing 
Forth  from  the  throne  of  God,  pure  from 
above;  ' 

Come  to  thefeast  of  love;  come,  ever  knowing. 
Earth  has  no  sorrows  but  heaven  can  remove. 

662 

Sowing  the  seed  by  the  daylight  fair. 
Sowing  the  seed  by  the  noonday  glare, 
Sowing  the  seed  by  the  fading  light,  « 
Sowing  the  seed  in  the  solemn  night;, 
_  Oh,  what  shall  the  harvest  be? 

Sown  in  the  darkness,  or  sown  in  the  light, 
Sown  in  our  weakness  or  sown  in  our  mighty 
Gathered  in  time  or  eternity, 
Sure,  ah,  sure,  will  the  harvest  be. 

Sowing  the  seed  by  the  wayside  high, 
Sowing  the  seed  on  the  rocks  to  die; 
Sowing  the  seed  where  the  thorns  will  spoil. 
Sowing  the  seed  in  the  fertile  soil: 
Oh,  what  shall  the  harvest  be? 

Sowing  the  seed  of  a  lingering  pain. 
Sowing  the  seed  of  a  maddened  brain, 
Sowing  the  seed  of  a  tarnished  name. 
Sowing  the  seed  of  eternal  shame: 
Oh,  what  shall  the  harvest  be? 

Sowing  the  seed  with  an  aching  heart. 
Sowing  the  seed  while  the  teardrops  start. 
Sowing  in  hope  till  tbe  reapers  come 
Gladly  to  gather  the  harvest  home: 
Oh,  what  shall  the  harvest  be? 

663 

Take  my  life  and  let  it  be 
Consecrated,  Lord,  to  Thee; 
Take  my  hands  and  let  them. move 
At  the  impulse  of  Thy  love. 

Take  my  feet  and  let  them  be 
Swift  and  beautiful  for  Thee: 
Take  my  voice  and  let  me  smg 
Always— only— tor  my  King. 

Take  my  moments  and  my  days, 
Let  them  flow  in  endless  praise; 
Take  my  intellect,  and  use 
Every  power  as  Thou  shalt  choose* 

Take  my  will,  and  make  it  ThineJ 
It  shall  be  no  longer  mine. 
Take  my  heart,  it  is  Thine  own. 
It  shall  be  Thy  royal  Throne. 

Take  my  love,  my  God,  I  pour 
At  Thy  feet  its  treasure-store; 
Take  myself,  and  I  will  be 
Ever,  Oi  ly,  all  for  Thee. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Noi.  I  to  6. 


139 


664 

0  woaD  of  words  the  sweetest, 
O  words,  in  which  there  lie 

All  promise,  all  fulfillment, 

And  end  of  mystery; 
Lamenting  or  rejoicing, 

With  doubt  or  terror  uigh, 

1  bear  the  ''  Gome!"  of  Jesus, 
And  to  His  cross  I  lly. 

Come,  ob,  come  to  Me, 
Come,  oh,  cpme  to  Me, 
Weary,  heavx-laden, 
Come,  oh,  come  to  Me. 

0  soul,  why  shouldst  thou  wander 
From  such  a  loving  Friend? 

Cling  closer,  closer  to  Him, 
Stay  with  Him  to  the  end; 

Alas!  1  am  so  helpless, 
So  very  lull  of  sin, 

For  I  am  ever  wandering, 
And  coming  back  again. 

O,  each  time  draw  me  nearer, 

That  soon  the  **  Come''  may  be 
Kaught  but  a  gentle  whisper 

To  one  close,  close  to  Thee; 
Then,  over  sea  and  mountain. 

Far  from  or  near  my  home, 
I'll  take  Thy  hand  and  follow 

At  that  sweet  whisper  "  Come!' 

665 

JIt  days  are  gliding  swiftly  by, 

And  I,  a  pilgrim  stranger, 
Would  not  detain  them  as  they  fly, 

Those  hours  of  toil  and  danger. 

For,  oh!  we  stand  on  Jordan's  strand; 

Our  friends  are  passing  over ; 
And,  just  before,  the  shining  shore 

We  may  almost  discover. 

-Should  coming  days  be  cold  and  dark, 

We  need  not  cease  our  singing; 
That  perfect  rest  naught  can  molest, 

Where  golden  harps  are  ringing. 

Let  sorrow's  rudest  tempest  blow. 

Each  cord  on  earth  to  sever; 
Our  King  says— "  Come!"— and  there's  our 

For  ever,  oh:  for  ever!  j^home, 

666 

1  AM  now  a  child  of  God, 

For  I'm  washed  in  Jesus'  blood; 

I  am  watching  and  I'm  longing  while  I  wait. 
Soon  on  wings  of  love  I'll  fly, 
To  my  home  beyond  the  sky,       [gate. 

To  my  welcome,  as  I'm  sweeping  though  >she 

In  the  blood  of  yonder  Lamb, 
Washed  from  every  siaiu  I  am ; 
Robed  in  whiteness,  clad  in  brightness 
I  am  sweeping  through  the  gate 


Oh!  tjie  blessed  Lord  of  light, 

He  upnolds  me  by  His  might; 
And   His  arms   enfold    and  comtort  while  I 

I  am  leaning  on  His  breast,  [wait. 

Oh!  the  sweetness  of  His  rest, 
Hallelujah,  I  am  sweeping  through  the  gate. 

I  am  sweeping  through  the  gate 

Where  the  blessed  for  me  wait; 
Where  the  weary  workers  rest  for  evermore; 

Where  the  strife  of  earth  is  done,. 

And  the  crown  of  life  is  won; 
Oh,  the  glory  of  that  city  just  betorel 

Burst  are  al'  rhy  prison  bars, 

And  I  soar  beyond  the  stars,' 
To  my  Father  s  house,  the  bright  and  blest 

Lo!  the  morn  eternal  breaks,  [estate. 

And  the  song  immortal  wakes, 
Robed  in  whiteness  I  am  sweeping  through 
the  gate. 

667 

Would  we  be  joyful  in  the  Lord? 

Then  count  the  riches  o'er. 
Revealed  to  faith  within  His  word. 

And  note  the  boundless  store. 

There  is  pardon,  peace,  and  power, 

And  purity,  and  Paradise; 
With  all  of  these  in  Christ  for  me. 

Let  jojful  songs  of  praise  to  Him  arise. 

For  every  sin,  by  grace  divine 
A  pardon  free  bestowed; 

And  with  the  pardon  peace  is  mine, 
The  peace  in  Jesus'  blood. 

Of  grace  to  break  the  power  of  sin 

He  gives  a  full  supply, 
The  Holy  Ghc-^t,  the  heart  within, 

From  sin  doth  purify. 

The  power  to  win  a  soul  to  God, 

The  6pint,  too,  imparts;  ^ 

And  He,  the  gift  of  Christ  our  Lord, 
Dwells  now  in  all  our  hearts. 

These  blessings  we  by  faith  receive, 
By  simple,  childlike  trust; 

In  Christ,' 'tis  God's  delighf  to  give; 
He  promised,  and  He  must. 

668 

Come,  souls  that  are  longing  for  pleasure, 
Our  Saviotir  has  pleasures  to  give; 

Come  find  in  His  love  the  rare  treasure, 
That  makes  every  true  pleasure  live. 

Come  now  saith  the  Lord,  let  us  reason. 
Come  now  and  your  purpose  declare  ; 

Is  it  pleasures  of  sin  for  a  season, 
Or  pleasures  the  glorified  share? 

The  pleasures  of  sin  are  deceiving. 
They've  nothing  for  yesterday's  pain, 

But  hope  of  to-morrow  receiving. 
And  then  it'a  to-morrow  again. 


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The  pleasures  of  sin  are  all  fleeting, 
They  vanish  with  life's  passing  morn; 

Like  aewdrops  the  morning  sun  greeting, 
They  glisten  and  then  they  are  gone. 

Then  all  who  are  longing  for  pleasure. 
Ye  weary  and  all  who  are  worn; 

Come  find  in  the  Lord  a  sure  treasure. 
That  from  you  shall  never  be  torn. 

Of  Jesus  thy  choice  be  now  makmg, 
Redeemer,  and  Saviour,  and  Lord; 

And  soon  in  the  glory  awaking, 

lou'll  share  in  the  saint's  blest  reward. 

669 

Shall  we  gather  at  the  river, 

Where  bright  angel-feet  have  trod, 

"With  its  crystal  tide  forever 
Flowing  by  the  th-rone  of  God? 

Yes,  we'll  gather  at  the  river; 

The  beautiful,  the  beautifu'  river- 
Gather  with  the  saints  at  the  river 

That  flows  by  the  throne  of  God. 

On  the  margin  of  the  river, 
Washing  up  its  silver  spray, 

We  will  walk  and  worship  ever. 
All  the  happy,  golden  day. 

Ere  we  reach  the  shining  river. 
Lay  we  every  burden  down; 

Grace  our  spirits  will  deliver. 
And  provide  a  robe  and  crown. 

At  the  smiling  of  the  river, 
Mirror  of  the  Saviour's  face, 

Saints,  whom  death  will  never  sever, 
Lift  their  songs  of  saving  grace. 

Soon  we'll  reach  the  silver  river, 
Soon  our  pilgrimage  will  cease; 

Soon  our  happy  hearts  will  quiver 
With  the  melody  of  peace. 

670 

Come,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  needy. 
Weak  and  wounded,  sick  and  sore; 

Jesus  ready  stands  to  save  you, 
Full  of  pity,  love  and  power. 

He  is  able, 
He  is  willing,  doubt  no  more. 

Uow,  ye  needy,  come  and  welcome; 

God's  free  bounty  glorify; 
True  belief  and  true  repentance— 

Every  grace  that  brings  you  nigh— 
Without  money, 

Come  to  Jesus  Christ  and  buy. 

iiet  not  conscience  make  you  linger, 

Nor  of  fitness  fondly  dream: 
All  the  fitness  He  requireth 

Is  to  feel  your  need  of  Him. 
This  He  gives  you — 

*Tis  the  Spirit's  glimmering  beam. 


Oome,  ye  weary,  heavy-laden, 
Bruised  and  mangled  by  the  fall; 

If  you  tarry  till  you're  better. 
You  will  never  come  at  all. 

Not  the  righteous — 
Sinners  Jesus  came  to  call. 

671 

God  is  love;  His  mercy  brightens 

All  the  path  in  which  we  rove; 
Blis-s  He  wakes,  and  woe  He  lightens; 

God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 
Time  and  change  are  busy  ever; 

Man  decays,  and  ages  move; 
But  His  mercy  waneth  never; 

God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 
E'en  the  hour  that  darkest  seemeth 

Will  His  changeless  goodness  prove; 
From  the  gloom  His  brightness  streameth; 

God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 
He  with  earthly  cares  entwineth 

Hope  and  comfort  from  above; 
Everywhere  His  glory  shmeth; 

God  is  wisdom,  God  is  love. 

672 

From  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies 
Let  the  Creator's  praise  arise; 
Let  the  Redeemer's  name  be  sung 
Through  every  laud,  by  every  tongue. 

Eternal  are  Thy  mercies,  Lord; 

Eternal  truth  attends  Thy  word; 

Thy  praise  shall  sound  from  siiore  to  shore, 

Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no  more. 

673 

In  the  Christian's  home  in  glory 

There  remains  a  land  of  rest; 

There  my  Saviour's  gone  before  me 

To  fulfill  my  soul's  request. 

There  is  rest  for  the  weary, 

There  is  rest  for  the  weary, 

There  is  rest  for  you. 
On  the  other  side  of  Jordan, 
In  the  sweet  fields  of  Eden, 
Where  the  tree  of  life  is  blooming. 
There  is  rest  for  you. 
He  is  fitting  up  my  mansion, 

Which  eternally  shall  stand. 
For  my  stay  shall  not  be  transient 

In  that  holy,  happy  land. 
Sing,  oh,  sing,  ye  heirs  of  glory! 
Shout  your  triumph  as  you  go; 
Zion's  gate  will  open  for  you. 
You  shall  find  an  entrance  througll* 

674 

ScN  of  my  soul,  Thou  Saviour  dear, 
It  is  not  night  if  Thou  be  near; 
Oh,  may  no  earth-born  cloud  arise 
To  hide  Thee  from  Thy  servant's  eye** 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


Ul 


When  the  soft  d^ws  of  kindly  sleep 
My  wearied  eyelids  gently  steep, 
Be  my  last  thought— how  sweet  to  rest 
Forever  on  my  Saviour's  breast. 
Abide  with  me  from  morn  till  eve. 
For  without  Thee  I  can  not  live; 
Abide  with  me  when  night  is  nigh, 
For  without  Thee  I  dare  not  die. 
If  some  poor  wandering  child  of  Thine 
Have  spurned  to-day  the  voice  divine— 
2Hov7,  Lord,  the  gracious  work  begin; 
Let  him  no  more  lie  down  in  sin. 

675 

Come,  every  joyful  heart 

That  loves  the  Saviour's  name, 
Your  noblest  powers  exert 

To  celebrate  His  fame; 
Tell  all  above,  and  all  below. 

The  debt  of  love  to  Hmi  you  owe. 
He  left  His  starry  crown, 

And  laid  His  robes  aside, 
On  wings  of  love  came  down. 

And  wept,  and  bled,  and  died; 
What  He  endured  no  tongue  can  tell, 

To  save  our  souls  from  death  and  hell. 
From  the  dark  grave  He  rose — 

The  mansion  of  the  dead; 
And  thence  His  mighty  foes 

In  glorious  triumph  led: 
Up  through  the  sky  the  Conqueror  rode,. 

And  reigns  on  high  the  Saviour  God. 
From  thence  He'll  quickly  come— 

His  chariot  will  not  stay— 
And  bear  our  spirits  home 

To  realms  of  endless  day; 
There  shall  we  see  His  lovely  facej 

And  ever  be  in  His  embrace. 

676 

Mt  soul,  be  on  thy  guard, 

Ten  thousand  foes  arise; 
The  hosts  of  sin  are  pressing  hard 

To  draw  Thee  from  the  skies. 
©  watch,  and  fight,  and  pray; 

The  battle  ne'er  give  o'er; 
Kenew  it  boldly  every  day, 

And  help  divine  implore. 
Ne'er  think  the  victory  won, 

Nor  lay  thine  armor  down: 
The  work  of  faith  will  not  be  done, 

Till  thou  obtain  the  crown. 

677 

Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every  nerve, 

And  press  with  vigor  on; 
A  heavenly  race  demands  thy  zeal. 

And  an  immortal  crown. 
A  cloud  of  witnesses  around 

Hold  thee  in  full  survey; 
J^orget  the  steps  already  troa. 

And  onward  urge  thy  way* 


'Tis  God's  all-animating  voice.       '. 

That  calls  thee  from  on  high, 
'Tis  His  own  hand  presents  the  priz^ 

To  thine  aspiring  eye. 
Blest  Saviour,  intrcjduced  by  Thee 

Have  I  my  race  begun; 
And,  crowned  with  victory,  at  Thy  feet 

I'll  lay  my  honors  down. 

678 

The  Lord's  my  Shepherd,  I'll  not  want: 

He  makes  me  down  to  lie 
In  pastures  green;  He  leadeth  me 
The  quiet  waters  by. 

My  soul  He  doth  restore  again; 

And  me  to  walk  doth  make 
"Within  the  paths  of  righteousness, 

E'en  for  His  own  name's  sake. 

Yea,  though  I  walk  m  death's  dark  vale^ 

Yet  I  will  fear  none  ill; 
For  Thou  art  with  me;  and  Thy  rod 

And  staff  me  comfort  still. 

My  table  Thou  hast  furnished 

In  presence  of  my  foes; 
My  head  Thou  dost  with  oil  anoint, 

And  my  cup  overflows. 

Goodness  and  mercy  all  my  life 

Shall  surely  follow  me; 
And  in  God's  house,  for  evermore 

My  dwelling-place  shall  be. 

679 

Majestic  sweetness  sits  enthroned 

Upon  the  Saviour's  brow; 
His  head  with  radiant  glories  crowned^ 

His  lips  with  grace  o'erflow. 

He  saw  me  plunged  in  deep  distress. 

And  flew  to  my  relief; 
For  me  He  bore  the  shameful  cross. 

And  carried  ail  my  grief. 

To  heaven,  the  place  of  His  abode. 

He  brings  my  weary  feet; 
Shews  me  the  glories  of  my  God, 

And  makes  my  joys  complete* 

Since  from  Thy  bounty  I  receive 
Such  proofs  of  love  divine, 

Had  I  a  thousand  hearts  to  give, 
Lord,ithey  should  all  be  Thine, 

680 

Amazing  grace,  how  sweet  the  sound. 
That  saved  a  wretch  like  meJ 

I  once  was  lost,  but  now  am  found;    r^ 
Was  blind,  but  now  I  see.  ^ 

'Twas  grace  that  taught  my  heart  to  tetl§f 
And  grace  my  fears  relieved; 

How  precious  did  that  grace  appear^ 
The  hour  I  first  believed 


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Through  many  dangers,  toils,  and  snares 

I  have  already  come; 
'Tis  grace  that  brought  me  safe  thus  far. 

And  grace  will  lead  me  home. 

Tes,  when  this  heart  and  flesh  shall  fail, 
And  mortal  life  shall  cease, 

I  shall  possess,  within  the  vail, 
A  life  of  joy  and  peace. 

681 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  Heavenly  Dove! 

With  all  Thy  quickening  powers; 
Kindle  a  flame  of  sacred  love 

In  these  cold  hearts  of  ours. 

Dear  Lord!  and  shall  we  ever  live 

At  this  poor  dying  rate? 
Our  love  so  faint,  so  cold  to  Thee, 

And  Thine  to  us  so  great? 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  Heavenly  Dove, 
With  all  Thy  quickening  powers: 

Come,  shed  abroad  a  Saviour's  love, 
And  that  shall  kindle  eurs. 

682 

JOBT  as  I  am,  without  one  plea, 
3ut  that  Thy  blood  was  shed  for  me. 
And  that  Thou  bidd'st  me  come  to  Thee, 
O  Lamb  of  God!  I  come,  I  comel 

Just  as  I  am,  and  waiting  not 
To  rid  my  soul  of  one  dark  blot, 
Tb  Thee,  whose  blood  can  cleanse  each  spot, 
O  Lamb  of  God!  I  come,  I  come! 

Just  as  1  am,  though  tossed  about. 
With  many  a  conflict,  many  a  doubt, 
Fightings  and  fears  within,  without, 
O  Lamb  of  God!  I  come,  I  come! 

Just  as  I  am,  poor,  wretched,  blind, 
Sight,  riches,  healing  of  the  mind. 
Yea,  all  I  need,  in  Thee  to  find, 
O  Lamb  of  God!  1  come,  I  come! 

Just  as  1  am;  Thou  wilt  receive, 
Wilt  welcome,  pardon,  cleanse,  relieve, 
Because  Thy  promise  I  believe, 
O  Lamb  of  God!  I  come,  I  come. 

683 

Come,  said  Jesus'  sacred  voice. 

Come,  and  make  My  paths  your  choice; 

I  will  guide  you  to  your  home, 

Weary  pilgrim,  hither  come! 

Thou  who  homeless,  sole,  forlorn, 

Long  hast  borne  the  proud  world's  scorn, 

Long  hast  roamed  the  barren  waste. 

Weary  pilgrim,  hither  haste. 

Ye  who,  tossed  on  beds  of  pain. 

Seek  for  ease,  but  seek  in  vain. 

Ye,  by  fiercer  anguish  torn. 

In  remorse  for  guilt  who  mourn-» 


Hither  come!  for  tfere  is  fonn^ 
Balm  that  flows  for  every  wound, 
Peace  that  ever  shall  endure. 
Rest  eternal,  sacred,  sure. 

684 

While  life  prolongs  its  precious  light, 

Mercy  is  found,  and  peace  is  given; 
But  soon,  ah,  soon,  approaching  night 

Shall  blot  out  every  nope  of  heaven. 
While  God  invites,  how  blest  the  day! 

How  sweet  the  Gospel's  charming  souodl 
Come,  sinners,  haste^  O  haste  away, 

While  yet  a  pard'ning  God  is  found. 
Soon,  borne  on  time's  most  rapid  wing, 

Shall  death  command  you  to  the  grave-* 
Before  His  bar  your  spirits  bring. 

And  none  be  found  to  hear  or  save. 
In  that  lone  land  of  deep  despair 

No  Sabbath's  heavenly  light  shall  rise- 
No  God  regard  your  bitter  prayer, 

No  Saviour  call  you  to  the  skies. 
Now  God  invites;  how  blest  the  day: 

How  sweet  the  Gospel's  charming  souadl 
Come^  sinners,  haste,  O  haste  away. 

While  yet  a  pard'ning  God  is  found. 

^85 

Prom  every  stormy  wind  that  blows. 
From  every  swelling  tide  of  woes, 
There  is  a  calm,  a  sure  retreat; 
'Tis  found  beneath  the  mercy-seat. 
There  is  a  place  where  Jesus  sheds 
The  oil  of  gladness  on  our  heads; 
A  place  than  all  besides  more  sweet- 
It  is  the  blood-bought  mercy-seat. 
There  is  a  scene  where  spirits  blend. 
Where  friend  holds  fellowship  with  frieiMl| 
Though  sundered  far,  by  faith  we  meet 
Around  one  common  mercy-seat. 

686 

Once  I  was  dead  in  sin, 

And  hope  within  me  died; 
But  now  I'm  dead  to  sin — 

With  Jesus  crucified. 
And  can  it  be  that  "  He  loved  me. 
And  gave  Himselt  for  me  ?" 
Oh  height  1  can  not  reach, 

Oh  depth  I  can  not  sound, 
Oh  love,  O  boundless  love, 

In  my  Redeemer  found! 

0  cold,  ungrateful  heart 
That  can  from  Jesus  turn, 

When  living  fires  of  love 
Should  on  His  altar  burn. 

1  live— and  yet,  not  I, 

But  Christ  that  lives  in  me; 
Who  from  the  law  of  sin 
And  death  hath  made  me  fire«. 


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687 

0  Holt  Spirit,  come, 
AndJesus'  love  declare; 

Oh,  tell  us  of  our  heavenly  home, 

And  guide  us  safely  there. 
Our  unbelief  remove 

By  Thine  almighty  breath; 
Oh,  work  the  vyondrous  work  of  4ove, 

The  mighty  work  of  faith. 
Come  with  resistless  power, 

Come  with  almighty  grace. 
Come  with  the  long-expectea  shower, 

Ana  fall  upon  this  place. 

688 

I  LOVE  Thy  Kingdom,  Lord, 

The  house  of  Thine  abode, 
The  Church  ©ur  blest  Redeemer  saved 

With  His  own  precious  blood. 

I  love  Thy  Church,  O  God, 
Her  walls  before  Thee  stand, 

Dear  as  the  apple  of  Thine  eye, 
And  graven  on  Thy  hand. 

For  her  my  tears  shall  fall; 

For  her  my  prayers  ascend; 
To  her  my  cares  and  toils  be  given 

Till  toils  and  cares  shall. end. 

Beyond  my  highest  joy 

1  prize  her  heavenly  ways; 

Her  sweet  communion,  solemn  vows. 
Her  hymns  of  love  and  praise. 

Bure  as  Thy  truth  shall  last, 

To  Zion  shall  be  given 
The  brightest  glories  earth  can  yield. 

And  brighter  bliss  of  heaven. 

689 

KoT  all  the  blood  of  beasts 

On  Jewish  altars  slain. 
Could  give  the  guilty  conscience  peace. 

Or  wash  away  the  gtain. 
But  Christ,  the  heavenly  Lamb, 

Takes  all  our  sins  away; 
A  sacrifice  of  nobler  name 

And  richer  blood  than  they. 
Ky  faith  would  lay  her  hand 

On  that  dear  head  of  Thine, 
"While  like  a  penitent  I  stand, 

And  there  confess  my  sin. 
lly  soul  looks  back  to  see 

The  burden  Thou  didst  bear. 
While  hanging  on  th'accursea  tree, 

And  knows  her  guilt  was  there. 

690 

How  solemn  are  the  words, 

And  yet  to  faith  how  plain. 
Which  Jesus  uttered  while  on  earth— 

•*  Ye  must  be  born  again  /  " 


**  Ye  must  be  born  again  /" 

For  s©  hath  God  decreed; 
No  reformation  will  suffice— 

'Tis  life  poor  sinners  need. 
'*  Ye  must  be  born  again  /" 

And  life  in  Christ  must  have; 
In  vain  the  soul  may  elsewhere  go — 

'Tis  He  alone  can  save. 
*•  Ye  must  be  born  again  f" 

Or  never  enter  heaven; 
»Tis  only  blood-washed  ones  are  thete. 

The  ransomed  and  forgiven. 

691 

Lord,  bless  and  pity  us. 

Shine  on  us  with  Thy  face: 
That  th' earth  Thy  way,  and  nations  all, 

May  know  Thy  saving  grace. 
Let  people  praise  Thee,  Lord! 

Let  people  all  Thee  praise! 
Oh,  let  the  nations  all  be  glad, 

In  songs  their  voices  raisel 
Thou'  It  justly  people  judge. 

On  earth  rule  nations  all; 
Let  people  praise  thee,  Lord,  let  them 

Praise  Thee,  both  great  and  small. 
The  earth  her  fruit  shall  yield, 

Our  God  shall  blessing  send; 
God  shall  us  bless,  men  shall  Hi-m  fear, 

Unto  earth's  utmost  end. 

692 

Awake,  and  sing  the  song 

Of  Moses  and  the  Lamb; 
Wake,  every  heart  and  every  tongue, 

To  praise  the  Saviour's  name. 
Sing  of  His  dying  love; 

fcjing  of  His  risen  power; 
Sing  how  He  intercedes  above 

For  those  whose  sins  He  boxe. 
Ye  pilgrims,  on  the  road 

To  Zion's  city,  sing; 
Rejoice  ye  in  the  Lamb  of  God- 
In  Christ,  th'  eternal  King. 
There  shall  each  raptured  tongue 

His  endless  praise  proclaim; 
And  sweeter  voices  tune  the  song 

01  Moses  and  the  Lamb. 

693 

While  shepherds  watched    their   flocks  by 

All  seated  on  the  ground,  [nighH 

The  angel  of  the  Lord  came  down, 

And  glory  shone  around. 
*'  Fear  not,"  said  he— for  mighty  dread 

Had  seized  their  troubled  mind — 
♦'Glad  tidings  of  great  joy  I  bring. 

To  you  and  all  jnankind. 
'*  To  you,  in  David's  town,  this  day, 

is  born  of  David's  line 
The  Saviour,  who  is  Christ,  the  Lordj 

And  this  shall  be  the  sign:— 


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**The  heavenly  babe  you  there  shall  find. 

To  human  view  displayed, 
Ail  meanly  wrapped  in  swathing  bands, 

And  in  a  manger  laid." 

Thus  spake  the  seraph— and  forthwith 

Appeared  a  shining  throng 
Of  angels,  praising  God,  who  thus 

Addressed  their  joyful  song:  — 

•*A11  glory  be  to  God  on  high, 

And  to  the  earth  be  peace; 
l&ood-will  henceforth  from  heaven  to  men 

Begin,  and  never  cease!" 

694 

Salvation!  O  the  joyful  sound! 

What  pleasure  to  our  ears; 
A  sovereign  balm  for  every  wound, 

A  cordial  for  our  fears. 
Salvation!  let  the  echo  fly 

The  spacious  earth  areund, 
While  all  the  armies  of  the  sky 

Conspire  to  raise  the  sound. 
Salvation!  O  Thou  bleeding  Lamb; 

To  Thee  the  praise  belo^ngs; 
Salvation  shall  inspire  our  nearts, 

And  dwell  upon  ©ur  tongues. 

695 

Spirit  of  Truth,  O  let  me  know 

The  love  of  Christ  to  me; 
Its  conquering,  quickening  power  bestow, 

To  set  me  wholly  free. 
I  long  to  know  its  depth  and  height, 

To  scan  its  breadth  and  length. 
Drink  in  its  ocean  of  delight, 

And  triumph  in  its  strength. 
It  is  Thine  ofBre  to  reveal 

My  Saviour's  wondrous  love; 
Oh,  deepen  on  my  heart  Thy  seal, 

And  bless  me  from  above. 
Thy  quickening  power  to  me  impart. 

And  be  my  constant  Guide; 
With  richer  gladness  fill  my  heart; 

Be  Jesus  glorified. 

696 

O  MT  soul,  bless  thou  Jehovah, 

All  within  me,  bless  His  name; 
Bless  Jehovah,  and  forget  not 

All  His  mercies  to  proclaim^ 
Who  forgives  all  thy  transgressions, 

Thy  diseases  all  who  heals; 
Who  redeems  thee  from  destruction. 

Who  with  thee  so  kindly  deals. 
Who  with  tender  mercies  crowns  thee, 

Who  with  good  things  fills  thy  mouth, 
So  that  even  like  the  eagle 

Thou  hast  been  restored  to  youth. 
In  His  righteousness,  Jehovah 

Will  deliver  those  distressed; 


He  will  execute  just  judgment 
In  the  cause  of  all  oppressed. . 

697 

Jesus  only,  when  the  morning 

Beams  upon  the  path  I  tread; 
Jesus  only,  when  the  darkness 

Gathers  round  my  weary  head. 
Jesus  only,  when  the  laillows 

Cold  and  sullen  o'er  me  roll; 
Jesus  only,  when  the  trumpet 

Rends  the  tomb  and  wakes  the  soal. 
Ji^uo  only,  when  in  judgment 

lioding  fears  my  hearL  appall; 
Jesus  only,  when  the  wretched 

On  the  rocks  and  mountains  call. 
Jesus  only,  when  adoring 

Saints  their  crowns  before  Him  brings 
Jesus  only,  I  will,  joyous. 

Through  eternal  ages  sing, 

698 

In  the  cross  of  Christ  I  glory, 

Towering  o'er  the  wrecks  of  time)i 
All  the  light  of  sacred  story 

Gathers  round  its  head  sublime. 
When  the  woes  of  life  o'ertake  me, 

Hopes  deceive  and  fears  annoy. 
Never  shall  the  cross  forsake  me; 

Lo!  it  glows  with  peace  and  joy. 
When  the  sun  of  bliss  is  beaming 

Light  and  love  upon  my  way. 
From  the  cross  the  radiance  streaming. 

Adds  new  luster  to  the  day. 
Bane  and  blessing,  pain  and  pleasure. 

By  the  cross  are  sanctified; 
Peace  is  there,  that  knows  no  measursj 

Joys  that  through  all  time  abide. 

699 

We  are  waiting  by  the  river, 

We  are  Watching  by  the  shore. 
Only  waiting  for  the  boatman. 

Soon  he'll  come  to  bear  us  o'er. 
Though  the  mist  hangs  o'er  the  river. 

And  its  billows  loudly  roar. 
Yet  we  hear  the  song  of  angels, 

Waftec*  from  the  other  shore. 
And  the  bright  celestial  city— 

We  have  caught  such  radiant  gleams 
Of  its  tower  like  dazzling  sunlight, 

With  its  sweet  and  peaceful  streams. 
He  has  called  for  many  a  loved  one, 

We  have  seen  them  leave  our  side; 
With  our  Saviour  we  shall  meet  them, 

When  we,  too,  have  crossed  the  tide. 
When  we've  passed  the  val'e  of  shadows, 

With  its  dark  and  chilling  tide,    ^ 
In  that  bright  and  glorious  city 

We  shall  evermore  abide. 


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700 

Savioue,  visit  Thy  plaptation; 

Grant  us,  Lord,  a  gracious  rain; 
All  will  oome  to  desolation, 

Unless  Thou  return  again. 
Keep  no  longer  at  a  distance — 

Siiine  upon  us  from  on  high, 
Lest  for  want  of  Thine  assistance 

Every  plant  should  droop  and  die. 
Let  our  mutual  love  he  fervent. 

Make  us  prevalent  in  prayers; 
Let  each  one,  esteemed  Thy  servant, 

Shun  the  world's  enticing  snares. 
Break  the  tempter's  fatal  power; 

Turn  the  stony  heart  to  flesh; 
And  begin  ftpm  this  good  hour 

To  revive  Thy  work  afresh. 

701 

Jesus,  hail,  enthroned  in  glory 

There  forever  to  abide; 
All  the  heavenly  hosts  adore  Thee, 

Seated  at  Thy  Father's  side. 
There  for  sinners  Thou  art  pleading, 

There  Thou  dost  our  place  prepare; 
Ever  for  us  intercedmg, 

Till  in  glory  we  appear 
Worship,  honor,  power  and  blessing 

Thou  art  worthy  to  receive; 
Loudest  praises,  without  ceasing, 

Meet  it  is  for  us  to  give. 
Help,  ye  bright  angelic  spirits! 

Bring  your  sweetest,  noblest  lays; 
Help  to    aing  our  Saviour's  merits — 

Help  to  chant  Immanuel's  praise. 

702 

Jesus  wept!  those  tears  are  over, 

But  His  heart  is  still  the  same; 
Kinsman,  Friend  and  Elder  Brother, 

Is  His  everlasting  name. 
Saviour,  who  can  love  like  Thee, 

Gracious  One  of  Bethany. 
When  the  pa.ngs  of  trial  seize  us. 

When  the  waves  of  sorrow  roll, 
I  will  lay  my  head  on  Jesus, 

Pillow  of  the  troubled  soul. 
Surely,  none  can  feel  like  Thee, 

Weeping  One  of  Bethany. 
Jesus  wept!  and  still  in  glory 

He  can  mark  each  mourner's  tears; 
Living  to  retrace  the  story 

Of  the  hearts  He  solaced  here. 
Lord,  when  I  am  called  to  die, 

Let  me  think  of  Bethany. 

Jesus  wept  I  those  tears  of  sorrow 

Are  a  legacy  of  love  ; 
Yesterday,  to-day.  to-morroW, 

He  the  same  dotn  ever  prove* 
Xhou  art  all  In  all  to  me. 

Living  One  of  Bethany. 

10 


703 


I  WAITED  for  the  Lord,  my  God, 

And  patiently  did  bear; 
At  length  to  me  He  did  incline 

My  voice  and  cry  to  hear. 
He  took  me  from  a  fearful  pit. 

And  from  the  miry  clay. 
And  on  a  rock  He  set  my  feet. 

Establishing  my  way. 
He  put  a  new  song  in  my  mouth, 

Our  God  to  magnify; 
Many  shall  see  it,  and  shall  fear^ 

And  on  the  Lord  rely. 
O  blessed  is  the  man  whose  trust 

Upon  the  Lord  relies; 
Eespecting  not  the  proud,  nor  such 

As  turn  aside  to  lies. 

704 

JesTTS!  and  shall  it  ever  be, 

A  mortal  man  ashamed  of  Thee? 

Ashamed  of  Thee,  whom  angels  praise.         • 

Whose  glories  shine  through  endless  aaydf 

Ashamed  of  Jesus!  sooner  far 

Let  evening  blush  to  own  a  star; 

He  sheds  the  beams  of  light  divine 

O'er  this  benighted  soul  of  mine. 

Ashamed  of  Jesus!  that  dear  friend 

On  whom  my  hopes  of  heaven  depend! 

No,  when  I  blush  be  this  my  shame 

That  I  no  more  revere  His  Name. 

Ashamed  of  Jesus!  yes,  I  may. 

When  I've  no  guilt  to  wash  away. 

No  tear  to  wipe,  no  good  to  crave, 

No  f-ear  to  quell,  no  soul  to  save. 

Till  then— nor  io  my  boasting  vain— 

Till  then  I  boast  a  Saviour  slain; 

And  O  may  this  my  glory  be. 

That  Christ  is  not  ashamed  of  me. 

705 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds 

In  a  believer's  ear; 
It  soothes  his  sorrows,  heals  his  wounds. 

And  drives  away  his  fear. 
It  makes  the  wounded  spirit  whole, 

And  calms  the  troubled  breast; 
'Tis  manna  to  the  hungry  soul, 

And  to  the  weary  rest. 
Dear  Name,  the  Kock  on  which  I  build, 

My  Shield  and  Hiding-place; 
My  never-failing  Treasure,  filled 

With  boundless  stores  of  grace. 
Jesus,  my  Shepherd,  Saviour,  Friend, 

My  Prophet,  Priest  and  King, 
My  Lord,  my  Life,  my  Way,  my  End, 

Accept  the  praise  I  bring. 
I  would  Thy  boundless  love  proclaim 

With  every  fleeting  breath; 
So  shall  the  music  of  Thy  name 

Refresh  my  soul  in  death. 


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706 

Bave,  Jesus,  save! 

Thy  bleasing  now  we  crave; 

For  every  anxious  sinner  here, 

Oh,  let  Thy  mercy  novsr  appear, 
Lord  Jesus,  save,  Lord  Jesus,  save. 
8ave,  Jesus,  save! 
Thy  banner  o'er  us  wave. 

Of  love  eternal  and  divine; 

O  Lord,  let  each  one  here  be  Thin©, 
L«rd  Jesus,  save.  Lord  Jesus,  save. 
Save,  Jesus,  save! 
Thou  conqueror  o'er  the  grave. 

Give  every  fettered  soul  release, 

And  to  the  troubled^whisper  "Peace," 
Lord  Jesus,  save.  Lord  Jesus,  save. 
Save,  Jesus,  save! 
And  Thou  alone  shalt  have 

The  glory  of  the  work  diviue; 

Yea,  endless  praises  shall  be  Thine! 
Lord  Jesus,  save.  Lord  Jesus,  save. 

707 

V  F©E  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink, 

Though  pressed  by  every  foe; 
That  will  not  tremble  on  the  brink 

Of  any  earthly  woe. 
That  will  not  murmur  or  complain, 

Beneath  the  chastening  rod. 
Bat,  m  the  hour  of  grief  or  pain. 

Will  lean  upon  its  God. 
A  faith  that  shines  more  bright  and  clear 

When  tempests  rage  without; 
And  when  in  danger  knows  no  fear, 

In  darkness  feels  no  doubtA 
Lord,  give  us  such  a  faith  as  this. 

And  then,  whate'er  may  come. 
We'll  taste  e'en  here  the  hallowed  bliss 

Of  an  eternal  home. 

708 

Ah,  this  heart  is  void  and  chill, 

'Mid  earth's  noisy  thronging; 
For  my  Father's  mansion,  still 

Earaestly  I'm  longing. 

Look4Qg  h«me,  looking  home, 

T'ward  tho  heavenly  mansion 
Jesus  hath  prepared  for  me, 
In  His  Father's  kingdom. 
Sooa  the  glorious  day  will  dawn. 

Heavenly  pleasures  bringing; 
Night  will  be  exchanged  Uor  mora, 

Sighs  give  place  to  singing. 
Oh,  to  be  at  home,  and  gain 

AH  for  which  we're  sighing. 
From  all  earthly  want  and  pain 

To  be  swiftly  flyiug. 
Blessed  h>om«!  oh,  bleared  heme! 

There  no  mora  fro  eever: 
Soon  we'll  meot  around  tne  throBe^ 

Praising  God  ferever. 


709 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross 

On  which  the  Prince  of  Glory  died,        / 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss,  / 

And  pour  contempt  on  all  my  pride,    / 
Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast,       | 

Save  in  the  death  of  Christ  my  God:    ! 
All  the  vain  things  tnat  charm  me  mosi, 

I  sacrifice  them  to  His  blood.  | 

See!  from  His  head,  His  hands,  His  feet^ 

Sorrow  and  love  flow  mingled  down! 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet, 

Or  thorns  compose  bO  rich  a  crown? 
Were  the  whole  realm  of  nature  mine, 

That  were  an  offering  far  too  small: 
Love,  so  amazing,  so  divine, 

Demands  my  soul,  aay  life,  my  all. 

710 

What  various  hindrances  we  meet, 
In  coming  to  the  mercy-seat! 
Yet'^who  that  knows  the  worth  of  prayer. 
But  wishes  to  be  often  there? 

Prayer  makes  the  darkened  clouds  withdraw. 
Prayer  climbs  the  ladder  Jacob  saw, 
Gives  exercise  to  faith  and  love, 
Briags  every  blessing  from  above. 

Eestraining  prayer,  we  cease  to  fight;      j 
Prayer  makes  the  Christian's  armor  bright; 
And.  Satan  trembles  wheta  he  sees 
The  weakest  saint  upon  his  knees. 

711 

Faith  is  a  living  power  from  heaven     ( 

Which  grasps  the  promise  God  bas  gfven; 
Securely  fixed  on  Christ  alone,  | 

A  trust  that  can  not  be  o'erthrown.  I 
Faith  finds  in  Christ  whate'er  we  nee(^ 

To  save  and  strengthen,  guide  and  feed; 
Strong  in  His  grace  it  joys  t«  share 

His  eross,  in  hope  His  crown  to  wear. 
Faith  to  the  conscience  whispers  peace, 

And  bids  the  mourner's  sighing  eease; 
By  faith  the  children's  right  we  claia, 

And  call  upon  our  Father's  name. 
Such  faith  in  us,  O  God,  i«iplant, 

And  to  our  prayers  Thy  favor  granf, 
m  Jesus  Christ,  thy  saving  Son, 

Who  is  our  fount  of  health  alone. 

712 

Blkst  be  the  tie  that  binds 

0«r  hearts  in  Christian  love; 
The  fellowship  of  kindred  minds 

Is  like  to  that  above. 
Before  our  Father's  throne 

We  p*^ur  our  ardent  prayers; 
Our  fears,  our  hopes,  our  aims  are  one. 

Our  comforts  and  our  cares. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


UT 


We  share  our  mutual  woes, 

Our  mutual  burdens  bear; 
And  often  for  each  other  flow* 

The  sympathizing  tear. 
When  we  asunder  part, 

It  gives  us  inward  pam; 
But  we  shall  still  be  joined  in  heart. 

And  hope  to  meet  again. 

713 

Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep, 
And  shall  our  checksbe  dry? 

Let  floods  of  penitential  grief 
Burst  forth  from  every  eye. 

The  Son  of  God  in  tears 
The  wondering  angels  see; 

Be  thou  astonished,  O  my  soul! 
He  shed  those  tears  for  thee. 

He  wept  that  we  might  weep; 

Each  sin  demands  a  tear; 
In  heaven  alone  no  sin  is  found, 

And  there's  no  weeping  there. 

714 

Hasten,  sinner,  to  be  wise! 

Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun; 
Wisdom,  if  you  still  despise, 

Harder  is  it  to  be  won. 

Hasten  mercy  to  implore! 

Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun; 
Lest  thy  season  should  be  o'er 

Ere  this  evening's  stage  is  run. 

Hasten,  sinners,  to  return! 

Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun. 
Lest  thy  lamp  should  fail  to  bum 

Ere  salvation's  work  is  done. 

Hasten,  sinner,  to  be  blest! 

Stay  not  for  the  morrow's  sun, 
Lest  perdition  thee  arrest 

Ere  the  morrow  is  begun. 

715 

Come,  Thou  almighty  King, 
Help  us  Thy  name  to  sing, 

Help  us  to  praise; 
Father!  all-glorious. 
O'er  all  victorious, 
Come,  and  reign  over  us. 

Ancient  of  Days! 
Come,  Thou  incarnate  Word, 
Gird  on  Thy  mighty  sword; 

Our  prayer  attend; 
Come,  and  Thy  people  bless, 
And  give  Thy  word  success; 
Spirit  of  holiness! 

On  us  descend. 
Come,  Holy  Comforter, 
Thy  sacred  witness  bear 

In  this  glad  hour: 


Thou,  who  almighty  art, 
Now  rule  in  every  heart, 
And  ne'er  from  us  depart, 

Spirit  of  power! 
To  the  great  One  in  Three, 
The  highest  praises  be. 

Hence  evermore! 
His  sovereign  majesty 
May  we  in  glory  see. 
And  to  eternity 

Love  and  adore. 

716 

tsoTTND,  sound  the  truth  abroa>d[, 
Bear  ye  the  word  of  God 

Through  the  wide  world: 
Tell  what  our  Lord  has  done, 
Tell  how  the  day  is  won, 
And  from  His  lofty  throne 

Satan  is  hurled. 
Speed  on  the  wings  of  love; 
Jesus,  who  reigns  above. 

Bids  us  to  fly; 
They  who  His  message  bear, 
Should  neither  doubt  nor  fear. 
He  will  their  Friend  appear, 

He  will  be  nigh. 
Ye  who,  forsaking  all. 
At  your  loved  Master's  call, 

Comforts  resign. 
Soon  will  your  work  be  done; 
Soon  will  the  prize  be  won; 
Brighter  than  yonder  sun 

Then  shall  ye  shine. 

717 

Rise,  glorious  Conqueror,  rise 
Into  Thy  native  skies, 

Assume  Thy  right; 
And  where  in  many  a  foM 
The  clouds  are  backward  roiled— i 
Pass  through  those  gates  of  gold, 

And  reign  in  light! 
Victor  o'er  death  and  heiU 
Cherubic  legions  swell 

Thy  radiant  train; 
Praises  all  heaven  inspire; 
Each  angel  sweeps  his  lyre, 
And  waves  his  wings  of  fire— 

Thou  Lamb  once  slain! 
Enter,  incarnate  God!  — 
No  feet  but  Thine  have  trod 

The  serpent  down: 
Blow  the  full  trumpets,  blow! 
Wider  yon  portals  throw! 
Saviour  triumphant— go, 

And  take  Thy  crown! 
Lion  of  Judah— Hail! 
And  let  Thy  name  prevail 

From  age  to  age: 
Lord  of  the  rolling  yearsi 
Claim  for  Thine  own  the  spheres, 
For  Thou  hast  bought  with  tears 

Thy  heritage. 


148 


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And  then  was  heard  afar 
Star  answering  to  star — 

**Lo!  these  have  come, 
Followers  of  Him  who  gave 
His  life  their  lives  to  save; 
And  now  their  palms  they  wave, 

Brought  safely  home." 

718 

My  faith  looks  up  to  Thee, 
Thou  Lamb  of  Calvary, 

Saviour  divine; 
Now  hear  me  while  I  pray. 
Take  all  my  guilt  away, 
O,  let  me  from  this  day 

Be  wholly  Thine. 

May  Thy  rich  grace  impart 
Strength  to  my  fainting  heart. 

My  zeal  inspire; 
As  Thou  hast  died  for  me, 
Oh  may  my  love  to  Thee 
Pure,  warm,  and  changeless  be, 

A  living  fire. 

While  life's  dark  maze  1  tread. 
And  griefs  around  me  spread, 

Be  Thou  my  guide; 
Bid  darkness  turn  to  day, 
Wipe  sorrow's  tears  away. 
Nor  let  me  ever  stray 

From  Thee  aside. 

When  ends  life's  transient  dream, 
When  death's  cold,  sullen  stream 

Shall  o'er  me  roll — 
Blest  Saviour!  then,  in  love, 
Fear  and  distrust  remove; 
Oh,  bear  me  safe  above — 

A  ransomed  soul. 

719 

Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee, 

Nearer  to  Thee, 
E'en  though  it  be  a  cross 

That  raiseth  'me, 
Still  all  my  song  shall  be — 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee! 

Nearer  to  Thee! 

Though,  like  a  wanderer, 

The  sun  gone  down,! 
Darkness  be  over  me, 

My  rest  a  stone. 
Yet  in  my  dreams  I'd  be"=- 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Theel 

Nearer  to  Thee! 

There  let  the  way  appear 

Steps  unto  heaven; 
All  that  Thou  sendest  me 

In  mercy  given; 
Angels  to  beckon  me 
Nearer,  my  God,  toTheeJ 

Nearer  to  Thee! 


Then  with  my  waking  thoughts^ 

Bright  with  Thy  praise. 
Out  of  my  stony  griefs, 

Bethel  I'll  raise; 
So  by  my  woes  to  be- 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee! 

Nearer  to  Thee! 
Or  if,  on  joyful  wing, 

Cleaving  the  sky,i 
Sun,  moon,  and  stars  forgot, 

Upward  I  fly. 
Still  all  my  song  shall  be- 
Nearer,  my  God,  to  Theel 

Nearer  to  Theei 

720 

Come  to  Jesus,  come  to  Jesus, 
Come  to  Jesus  just  now. 

Just  now  come  to  Jesus, 
Come  to  Jesus  just  now. 
He  will  save  you,  He  will  save  you,  etc. 
He  is  able,  He  is  able,  etc. 
He  is  willing,  He  is  willing,  etc. 
He  is  waiting.  He  is  waiting,  etc. 
He  will  hear  you.  He  will  hear  you,  etc. 
He  will  cleanse  you,  He  will  cleanse  you,  etc* 
He'll  renew  you,  He'llJrenew  you,  etc. 
He'll  forgive  you,  He'll  forgive  you,  etc. 
If  you'll  trust  Him,  if  you'll  trust  Him,  etc. 
He  will  save  you,  He  will  save  you,  etc, 

721  I 

Jesfs,  Lover  of  my  soul,  I 

Let  me  to  Thy  bosom  fly,  J 

While  the  nearer  waters  roll,  ( 

While  the  tempest  still  is  high;! 
Hide  me,  O  my  Saviour,  hide. 

Till  the  storm  of  life  is  past; 
Safe  into  the  haven  guide. 

Oh)  receive  my  soul  at  last. 
Other  refuge  have  I  none, 

Hangs  my  helpless  soul  on  TheeJ 
Leave,  oh,  leave  me  not  alone,       / 

Still  support  and  comfort  me;      i 
All  my  trust  on  Thee  i?  stayed,      , 

All  my  help  from  Thee  I  bring; 
Cover  my  defenseless  head 

With  the  shadow  of  Thy  wing. 
Thou,  O  Christ,  art  all  I  want; 

More  than  all  in  Thee  I  findf; 
Raise  the  fallen,  cheer  the  faint, 

Heal  the  sick,  and  lead  the  blind. 
Just  and  holy  is  Thy  name, 

I  am  all  unrighteousness; 
Vide,  and  full  of  sin  I  am. 

Thou  art  full  of  truth  and  grace. 
Plenteous  grace  with  Thee  is  found 

Grace  to  cover  all  my  sin; 
Let  the  healing  streams  abound; 

Make  me,  keep  me,  pure  within. 


GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


1^9 


Thou  of  life  the  Fountain  art, 

Freely  let  me  take  of  Thee: 
/Spring  Thou  up  within  my  heart, 

Rise  to  all  eternity. 

722 

fiiNNERS,  turn,  why  will  ye  die? 
God,  your  Maker,  asks  you— Why:' 
God,  who  did  your  being  give, 
Made  you  with  Himself  to  live; 
He  the  fatal  cause  demands, 
Asks  the  work  of  His  own  hands — 
Why,  ye  thankless  creatures,  why 
"Will  ye  cross  His  love  and  die? 
Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die? 
God,  your  Saviour,  asks  you— Why: 
He  who  did  your  souls  retrieve. 
Died  Himself  that  ye  might  live!  i 
Will  ye  let  Him  die  in  vain? 
Crucify. your  Lord  again? 
Why,  ye  ransomed  sinners,  why 
Will  ye  slight, His  grace,  and  die? 
Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die? 
God,  the  Spirit,  asks  you— Why: 
He,  who  all  your  lives  hath  strove, 
Urged  you  to  embrace  His  love; 
Will  ye  not  His  grace  receive? 
Will  ye  still  refuse  to  live? 
Why,  ye  long-sought  sinners!  why 
Will  ye  grieve  your  God,  and  die? 

723 

Suff'einq  Saviour,  with  thorn-crown, 
^ruis'd  and  bleeding,  sinking  down; 
Heavy-iadeu,  weary-worn. 
Painting,  aying  crushed  and  torn — 

All  for  me,  yes,  all  for  me. I 
Jesus,  Saviour,  pure  and  mild. 
Let  me  ever  be  Thy  child; 
So  unworthy  though  I  be, 
Thou  did'st  suffer  this  for  me— • 

All  for  me,  yes,  all  for  me. 
Fain  would  I  to  Thee  be  brought. 
Blessed  Lord,  forbid  it  not; 
In  the  kingdom  of  Thy  grace, 
Give  Thy  wandering  child  a  place; 

Ob,  bless  me,  yes,  even  me. 

724 

Jesus  loves  me!  this  I  know. 
For  the  Bible  tells  me  so: 
Little  ones  to  Him  belong; 
They  are  weak  but  He  is  strong. 

Yes,  Jesus  loves  me  !    Yes,  Jesus  lov.es  me ! 

Yes,  JesHS  loves  me !    The  Bible  tells  me  so  I 
Jesus,  from  His  throne  on  high, 
Came  into  this  world  to  die; 
That  I  might  from  sin  be  free, 
Bled  and  died  upon  the  tree. 
Jesus  loves  me!  He  who  died 
Heaven's  gate  to  open  wide! 
He  will  wash  away  my  sin, 
Let  His  little  child  come  in. 


Jesus,  take  this  heart  of  mine; 
Make  it  pure,  and  wholly  Thine: 
Thou  hast  bled  and  died  for  me, 
I  will  henceforth  live  for  Thee. 

725 

Gloet  to  God  on  high! 

Let  heaven  and  earth  reply, 

"  Praise  ye  His  name!" 
His  love  and  grace  adore. 
Who  all  our  sorrows  bore; 
Sing  loud  for  evermore, 

♦'  Worthy  the  Lamb." 

While  they  around  the  throne 
Cheerfully  join  in  one, 

Praising  His  name — 
Ye  who  have  felt  His  blood, 
Sealing  your  peace  with  God, 
Sound  His  dear  name  abroad, 

"  Worthy  the  Lamb!" 

Join,  all  ye  ransomed  race, 
Our  Lord  and  God  to  bless; 

Praisti  ye  His  name- 
In  Him  we  will  rejoice, 
And  make  a  joyful  noise, 
Shouting  with  heart  and  voice, 

♦'  Worthy  the  Lamb!" 

Soon  must  we  change  our  place, 
let  will  we  never  cease 

Praising  His  name; 
To  Him  our  songs  we  bring; 
Hail  Him  our  gracious  King; 
And,  through  all  ages  sing, 

"  Worthy  the  Lamb?" 

726 

Mr  God  I  have  found 
The  thrice  blessed  ground, 
Where  life,  and  where  joy,  and  true  comfort 
abound. 

Hallelujah  !  Thine  the  glory  I 

Hallelujah  1  Amen ! 
Hallelujah  !  Thine  the  glory  I 
Revive  us  again. 

'Ti<s  found  in  the  blood 
Of  Him  who  once  stood 
My  refuge  and  safety,  my  surety  with  God. 

He  bore  on  the  tree 
The  sentence  for  me, 
And  now  both  the  surety  and  sinner  are  free, 

And  though  here  below, 
'Mid  sorrow  and  woe, 
My  place  is  in  heaven  with  Jesus,  I  know. 

And  this  I  shall  find,    • 

For  such  is  His  mind, 

'  *  He'll  not  be  in  glory  and  leave  me  behind.** 

727 

(>Siee  Number  721.) 


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GOSPEL  HYMNS  Nos.  I  to  6. 


728 


Stay,  Thou  insulted  Spirit,  stay, 

Though  I  have  done  Thee  such  despite, 
Cast  not  the  sinner  quite  away, 

Nor  take  Thine  everlasting  flight. 
Though  I  have  most  unfaithful  been 

Of  all  who  e'er  Thy  grace  received; 
Ten  thousand  times  Thy  goodness  seen, 

Ten  thousand  times  Thy  goodness  grieved. 
Yet  O,  the  chief  of  sinners  spare, 

In  honor  of  my  great  High  Priest; 
Nor  in  Thy  righteous  anger  swear 

I  shall  not  see  Thy  people's  rest. 
O  Lord^  my  weary  soul  release, 

Upraise  me  by  Thy  gracious  hand; 
Guide  me  into  Thy  perfect  peace, 

And  bring  me  to  tne  promised  land. 

729 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  name! 

Let  angels  prostrate  fall; 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem, 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  ail. 
Let  every  kindred,  every  tribe. 

On  this  terrestrial  ball. 
To  Him  all  majesty  ascribe. 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 
Oh,  that  with  yonder  saered  throng, 

We  at  His  feet  may  fall; 
We'll  join  the  everlasting  song, 

And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

730 

O  FOR  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing 

My  great  Redeemer's  praise; 
The  glories  of  my  God  and  King, 

The  triumphs  of  His  grace. 
My  gracious  Master,  and  my  God, 

Assist  me  to  proclaim — 
To  spread,  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 

The  honors  of  Thy  Name. 
Jesus!— the  name  that  charms  our  fears, 

That  bids  our  sorrows  cease; 
*Ti3  music  in  the  sinner's  ears, 

'Tis  life,  and  health,  and  peace. 
He  breaks  the  power  of  cancelled  sin, 

He  sets  the  prisoner  free; 
His  blood  can  make  the  foulest  clean, 

His  blood  availed  for  me. 

731 

Ask  ye  what  great  thing  I  know 
That  delights  and  stirs  me  so? 
Wha4i  the  high  reward  I  win? 
Whose  the  name  I  glory  in? 

Jesus  Christ,  the  Crucified. 
What  is  faith's  foundation  strong? 
What  awakes  my  lips  to  song? 
He  who  bore  my  sinful  load, 
Purchased  for  me  peace  with  God, 

Jesus  Christ  the  Crucified. 


Who  defeats  my  fiercest  foes? 
Who  consoles  my  saddest  woes? 
Who  revives  my  fainting  heart, 
Healing  all  its  hidden  smart? 

Jesus  Christ  the  Crucified. 
Who  is  life  in  life  to  me? 
Who  the  death  of  death  will  be? 
Who  will  place  me  on  His  right, 
With  the  countless  hosts  of  light? 

Jesus  Christ,  the  Crucified. 
This  is  that  great  thing  I  know; 
This  delights  and  stirs  me  so; 
Faith  in  Him  who  died  to  save. 
Him  who  triumphed  o'er  the  grava, 

Jesus  Christ,  the  Crucified. 

732 

LoBD,  dismiss  us  with  Thy  blessing, 

Fill  our  hearts  with  joy  and  peacej 
Let  us  each.  Thy  love  possessing, 

Triumph  in  redeeming  grace: 
O,  refresh  us,  O  refresh  us. 

Traveling  through  this  wilderness. 
Thanks  we  give,  and  adoration, 

For  Thy  gospel's  joyful  sound; 
May  the  fruits  of  Thy  salvation 

In  our  hearts  and  lives  abound; 
Ever  faithful,     Ever  faithful. 

To  the  truth  may  we  be  found. 
So,  whene'er  the  signal's  given 

Ls  from  earth  to  call  away. 
Borne  on  angel's  wings  to  heaven, 

Glad  the  summons  to  obey, 
May  we  ever.    May  we  ever 

Reign  with  Christ  in  endless  day! 

733 

Thebk  is  a  fountain  filled  with  blood. 
Drawn  from  Immanuel's  veins; 

And  sinners  plunged  beneath  that  flood, 
Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

Lose  all  their  guilty  stains  ; 

And  sinners  plunged  beneath  that  flootv. 

Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

The  dying  thief  rejoiced  to  see 

That  fountain  in  his  day; 
And  there  may  I,  though  vile  as  he, 

Wash  all  my  sins  away. 

Dear  dying  Lamb,  Thy  precious  blood 

Shall  never  lose  its  power. 
Till  all  the  ransomed  church  of  God 

Be  saved  to  sin  no  more. 

E'er  since,  by  faith,  I  saw  the  stream 

Thy  flowing  wounds  supply. 
Redeeming  love  has  been  my  theme, 

And  shall  be  till  I  die. 

Then  in  a  nobler,  sweater  song, 

I'll  sing  Thy  power  to  save. 
When  this  poor  lisping,  stammering  tongue 

liies  silent  in  the  grave. 


GOSPEL  HYMiNb  Nos.  I  to  6. 


161 


734 

By  faith  I  view  my  Saviour  dying, 

On  the  tree,  On  the  tree; 
To  every  nation  He  is  crying. 

Look  to  Me!  Look  to  Me! 
He  bids  the  guilty  now  draw  near. 
Repent,  believe,  dismiss  their  fear: 
Hark,  hark,  what  precious  words  I  hear, 

Mer<;y'8  free!  Mercy's  free! 
Did  Christ,  when  I  was  sin  pursuing, 

Pity  me.  Pity  me? 
And  did  He  snatch  my  soul  from  ruin, 

Can  it  be.  Can  it  be? 
O,  yea!  He  did  salvation  brine; 
He  is  my  Prophet,  Priest,  and  King; 
And  new  my  happy  soul  can  smg, 

Mercy's  free,  Mercy's  free. 
Jesus  my  weary  soul  refreshes: 

Mercy's  free,  Mercy's  free. 
And  every  moment  Christ  is  precious 

Unto  me,  Unto  me; 
None  can  describe  the  bliss  I  prove, 
While  through  this  wilderness  I  rove; 
All  may  enjoy  the  Saviour's  love, 

Mercy's  free,  Mercy's  free. 
Lone  as  I  live,  I'll  still  be  crying, 

Mercy's  free,  Mercy's  firee; 
And  this  shall  be  my  theme  when  dying: 

Mercy's  free,     Mercy's  free. 
And  when  the  vale  of  death  I'  ve  passed, 
When  lodged  above  the  &tormy  blast, 
I'll  sing,  while  endless  ages  last, 

Mercy's  free,  Mercy's  free. 

735 

O  FOR  a  heart  to  praise  my  God, 
A  heart  fl'om  sin  set  free;  — 

A  heart  that  always  feels  Thy  blood, 
6o  freely  shed  for  me; 

K  heart  resigned,  submissive,  meek, 
My  great  Redeemer's  throne; 

Where  only  Christ  is  heard  to  speak- 
Where  Jesus  reigns  alon«. 

O  for  a  lowly,  contrite  heart, 
Believing,  true,  and  clean; 

Which  neither  life  nor  death  «an  part 
From  Him  that  dwells  withm: — 

A  heart  in  every  thought  Eenewed, 
And  full  of  love  divine; 

Perfect,  and  right,  and  pure,  and  good, 
A  copy,  Lord,  of  Thine. 

736 

*  Wait,  my  soul,  upon  the  Lord, 

Te  His  gracious  promise  flee, 
Layingihold  wpon  His  word— 

•'As  thy  days  thy  strength  shall  be." 
If  the  sorrows  of  thy  case 

Seem  peculiar  still  to  Thee, 
God  has  proraised  needful  grace — 

"As  thy  days  thy  strengtn  shall  be." 


Days  of  trial,  days  of  grief 

In  success-ion  tnou  may'st  see, 
This  is  stil'  thy  sweet  relief— 
**As  thy  days  thy  strength  shall   be.** 
Rock  of  Ages,  I'm  secure, 

With  Thy  promise  full  and  free, 
Faithful,  positive,  and  sure — 
**  As  thy  days  thy  strength  shall  be.'* 

737 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit  prepare, 

Jesus  loves  to  answer  prayer; 
He  Himself  has  bid  thee  pray, 

Therefore  will  not  say  thee  nay. 
Thou  art  coming  to  a  King, 

Lar^e  petitions  with  thee  bring, 
For  His  grace  and  power  are  such- 

None  can 'ever  asK  too  much. 
With  my  burden  I  begin. 

Lord,  remove  this  load  of  sin; 
Let  Thy  blood  for  sinners  spilt, 

Set  my  conscience  free  from  guiltj 
L»rd,  I  come  to  Thee  for  rest, 

Take  possession  of  my  breast, 
There  Thy  blood-bought  right  maintain. 

And  without  a  rival  reign. 

738 

My  country,  'tis  of  thee, 
Sweet  land  of  liberty, 

Of  thee  I  sing; 
Land  where  my  fathers  died, 
Land  of  the  pilgrim's  pride, 
From  every  mountain  side 

Let  freedom  ring. 
My  Bative  country,  thee, 
LaB4  of  the  noble  free, 

Thy  name  I  love; 
I  love  thy  rocks  and  rills, 
Thy  woods  and  templed  hills; 
My  heart  with  rapture  thrills 

Like  that  above. 
Let  music  swell  the  breeze, 
And  ring  from  all  the  trees 

Sweet  freedom's  song; 
Let  mortal  tongues  awake, 
Let  all  that  breathe  partake. 
Let  rocks  their  silence  break, 

The  sound  prolong. 
Our  fathers'  God,  to  Thee, 
Author  of  liberty, 

To  Thee  we  sing: 
Long  may  our  land  be  brig.ht 
With  freedom's  tioly  light; 
Protect  us  by  Thy  might, 

(Sreat  ©od,  our  King. 

739 

Thk  Lord  bless  thee,  and  keep  thee! 

The  Lord  make  Hfs  face  shine  lapon  Iheet 

And  be  gracious  unto  thee: 
The  Lord  Jift  up  His  counteisanoe  upon  thee, 

And  give  thee  peace.    Am£n. 


INDBX. 


A  NO. 

A  gmlty  soul,  by  Pharigees  of 385 

A  Tittle  while!  and  He  shall 254 

A  long  time  I  wandered 46 

A  mighty  fortress  is  our  God 414 

A  ruler  once  came  to  Jesus 127 

Abide  with  me!  fast  falls  the 317 

Afflictions,  tho'  they  seem 326 

After  the  toil  and  trouble 446 

Ah,  my  heart 25 

Ah,  this  heart  is  void  and  chill 708 

Alas!  and  did  my  Saviour .....79,  305 

>.ll  glory  to  Jesus  be  given 109 

All  hail  the  power 334,  729 

All  my  doubts  I  give  to  Jesus 63 

All  people  that  on  earth  do 1 

All-seemg,  gracious  Lord 216 

All  the  way  my  Saviour 42 

Almost  persuaded 569 

Along  the  Kiver  of  Time 264 

Amazing  grace!  how  sweet 680 

Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  Cross 494 

Are  you  coming  Home,  ye 184 

Are  you  ready,  are  you  ready 290 

Arise,  my  soul,  arise 653 

Art  thou  weary,  art  thou 107 

Ask  ye  what  great  thing  I  know 731 

As  I  wandered  'round  the  344 

As  lives  the  flower  within  the 471 

At  even,  ere  the  sun  was  set  .: 504 

At  the  feast  of  Belshazzar 379 

At  the  feet  of  Jesus 75 

Awake  and  sing  the  song 692 

Awake,  my  soul,  stretch  every 677 

Awake,  my  soul,  to  joyful  lays 407 

Awake,  my  soul!  to  sound  His  „ , 301 

B 

Be  our  joyful  song  to-day 162 

Be  p^vesent  at  our  table,  Lord 3 

Ba  ye  strong  in  the  Lord 357 

Beautiful  morning! 247 

Beautiful  valley  of  Eden 138 

Behold  a  Fountain  deep  and 273 

Behold  a  Stranger  at  the  door 450 

Behold  how  plain  the  truth  is 622 

Behold,  what  love,  what 580 

Beneath  the  cross  of  Jesus 32 

Beneath  the  glorious  throne 415 

Beside  the  well  at  noon-time 178 


NO. 

Beyond  tbfe  ligBt  of  seftiftg.. 530 

Beyond  the  smiling  and  the 602 

Blessed  assurance,  Jesus 304 

Blessed  be  the  Fountain  of 361 

Blessed  hope  that  in  Jesus  ig...= 135 

Blessed  Saviour,  ever  nearer 475 

Blest  be  the  tie  that  binds 712 

Blest  Jesus,  grant  us  strength 519 

Brightly  beams  our  Father's 45 

Brightly  gleams  our  banner 186 

Brother,  art  thou  worn  and 219 

By  faith  I  view  my  Saviour «.-„...  734 

o 

Call  them  in— the  poor 72 

Can  it  be  right  for  me  to  go? 150 

Cast  thy  bread  upon  the 546 

Child  of  sin  and  sorrow 241 

Choose  I  must,  and  soon  must 402 

Christ  has  for  sin  atonement 413 

Christ  hath  risen!  hallelujah! 627 

Christ  is  coming!  let  creation  60d 

Christian,  walk  carefully 398 

Cling  to  the  Bible,  tho'  all 392 

Closer,  Lord,  to  Thee  1 277 

Come,  come  to  Jesus 388 

Come,  every  joyful  heart 675 

Come,  every  soul  by  sin 587 

Come,  for  the  feast  is  spread 101 

Come,  Holy  Spirit 462 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly 681 

Come  home,  come  home!  627 

Come  into  His  presence  with 517 

Come,  my  soul,  thy  suit 737 

Come  near  me,  O  my  Saviour 129 

Come,  praise  the  Lord 396 

Come,  said  Jesus'  sacred  voice 68S 

Come,  sing,  my  soul,  and 199 

Come,  sing  the  gospel's  joyful 59 

Come  souls  that  are  longing  for 663 

Come,  Thou  almighty  Kmg 715 

Come,  Thou  Fount  of  every 633 

Come,  thou  weary 267 

Come  to  Jesus!  come  away! 378 

Come  to  Jesus,  come  to  Jesus! 7^0 

Come  to  the  Saviour,  make  no '. 636 

Come  to  the  Saviour^  hear  His 404 

Come  unto  Me.     It  is  the „^ 353 

Come,  ye  disconsolate «m»,,^«m^-  661 

Come,  ye  sinners^poor  and^.  ^..^MMnxeasusr  NT 


INDEX. 


163 


NO. 

Come,  we  that  love  the  Lord 567 

Come  with  thy  sins  to  the 274 

Conquering  now  and  still  to 429 

Cut  it  down,  cut  it  down. 128 

D 

Dark  is  the  night 68 

Depth  of  mercy 57,  207,  610 

Did  Christ  o'er  sinners  weep 713 

Down  in  the  valley  with  my 564 

Down  life's  dark  vale  we 37 

Do  you  see  the  Hebrew  captive 643 

Encamped  along  the  hills  of 524 

Eternal  life  GocPs  Word 508 

Eternity  dawn«  on  my  vision 158 

F 

Fade,  fade  each  earthly  joy 647 

Fading  away  like  the  stars  of. 534 

Faint,  yet  pursuing,  we  177 

Faith  is  a  Mving  power  from 711 

Far,  far  away  in  neathen 293 

Far  from  Thy  sacred  courts 560 

Fear  not!  God  is  thy 314 

Fierce  and  wild  the  storm  is 139 

For  God  so  loved!  O  wondrous 329 

Fountain  of  purity,  opened  for  ... 511 

Free  from  the  law,  oh,  happy 13 

Fresh  from  the  throne  of  glory  83 

From  all  that  dwell  below 672 

from  every  stormy  wind  that 685 
rom  Greenland's  icy 41 

From  the  Bethlehem  manger 488 

From  the  depths  do  I  invoke 561 

From  the  riven  Rock  there 151 

Fully  persuaded , 49 

G 

Gather  them  in!  for  yet  there 566 

Gird  on  the  sword  and  armor 438 

Give  me  the  wings  of  faith 96 

Gliding  o'er  life's  fitful  waters 144 

Glory  be  to  the  Father 191,  614 

Glory  ever  be  to  Jesus 282 

Glory,  glory  be  to  Jesus 194 

Glory  to  God  on  high 725 

Go  bury  thy  sorrow 43 

G)  work  in  My  vineyard 56 

God  be  with  you  till  we 340 

God  bless  you!  from  the 514 

Gcd  calling  yet!  shall  I  not 375 

God  is  great  and  God  is  good 260 

God  is  Love; — His  m«rcy 671 

God  is  Love!— His  word 279 

Goi  loved  a  world  of  sinners 377 

God  loved  the  world  of  sinners 623 

God's  almighty  arms  are  round   342 

Good  news  from  heaven 16? 


NO. 

Grace!  'tis  a  charming  sound 35 

Great  Jehovah,  mighty  Lord 525 

Guide  me,  O  Thou  great 394 

H 

Hallelujah!  hallelujah! 645 

Hallelujah!  He  is  risen! 90 

Hark!  hark!   my  soul! 393 

Hark!  the  voice  of  Jesue,  crying 640 

Hasten,  sinner,  to  be  wise 714 

Have  faith  in  God;  what 370 

Have  our  hearts  grown  cold 391 

Have  you  any  room  for  Jesus? 568 

Have  you  on  the  Lord  believed? 22 

Have  you  sought  for  the 536 

Hear  me,  blessed  Jesus 436 

Hear  the  blessed  invitation 481 

Hear  us,  O  Saviour,  while 416 

Hear  ye  the  glad  Good  News 187 

Heavenly  Father,  bless  me  now ^ 

Heavenly  Father,  we  beseech 189 

Heavenly  Father,  we  Thy 233 

He  dies!  He  dies!  the  lowly 350 

He  holds  the  key  of  all 399 

He  is  coming,  the  "  Man  of  Sorrows" 285 

He  leadeth  me!  oh,  blessed 637 

He  lives  and  loves,  our  Saviour 552 

Helpless  I  come  to  Jesus'  blood 210 

Hide  me,  O  my  Saviour 440 

Ho!  my  comrades,  see  the 11 

Ho.  reapers  in  the  whitened 550 

Ho!  reapers  of  life's  harvest 646 

Hold  Thou  my  hand;  so 356 

HolyTrhost,  with  light  divine 430 

Holy,  Holy,  Holy!  Lord  God 118 

Holy,  holy,  holv  is  the  Lord 467 

Holy  Spirit,  faithful  Guide 31 

Holy  Spirit,  Teacher  Thou 443 

Home  at  last  on  heavenly 99 

Hope  on,  hope  on,  0 418 

How  do  I  knowimy  sins 439 

How  firm  a  foundation,  ye 613 

How  oft  our  souls  are  lifted  up 499 

How  solemn  are  the  words 690 

How  sweet,  my  Saviour,  to 327 

How  sweet,  O  Lord,  Thy  word 520 

How  sweet  the  joy  that  fills 422 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus 705 

How  sweet  the  word  of  Christ 163 

I 

I  am  coming  to  the  cross 658 

I  am  far  frae  my  hame 607 

I  am  not  skilled  to  understand 510 

I  am  now  a  child  of  God 666 

I  am  so  glad  that  our  Father  in 18 

I  am  Thine,  O  Lord 572 

I  am  trusting  Thee,  Lord 166,  445 

I  am  waiting  for. the  Master  487 

I  am  waiting  for  the  morning  232 

I  believed  in  God's  wonderful 288 

I  belong  to  Jesus 4P' 


154: 


INDEX. 


NO. 

I  bring  my  sins  to  Thee  73 

I  bring  to  Thee,  O  Master: 512 

I  can  not  tell  how  precious    .137 

I  cried  to  God,  I  cried 557 

I  do  not  ask  for  earthly  store  457 

I  feel  like  singing  all  the  t^uie 156 

I  »ave  My  life  for  thee 608 

I  have  a  Saviour,  He's  pleading 589 

I  have  entered  the  valley  of 104 

I  have  heard  of  a  land  far  away 113 

I  have  heard  of  a  Saviour's 74 

I  have  read  of  a  beautiful  city  183 

I  heard  the  v»ice  of  Jesus... 649 

I  hear  the  Saviour  say   „ 588 

I  hear  the  words  of  Jesus 222 

I  hear  Thy  welcome  voice 595 

I  know  I  love  Thee  better  294 

I  know  not  the  hour  when  my 621 

I  know  not  what  awaits  me 181 

I  know  not  why  God's  272 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer 253,  298 

I  left  it  all  with  Jesus 53 

I  looked  to  Jesus  in  my  sin 333 

I  love  to  tell  the  Story 30 

I  love  to  think  of  the  heavenly 71 

I  love  thy  kingdom.  Lord 688 

I  must  walk  thro'  the  valley 341 

I  need  Thee  every  hour 597 

I  saw  a  way-worn  traveler 225 

I  stood  outside  the  gate 85 

I  think  when  I  read  that  sweet 201 

I  waited  for  the  Lord  my 703 

I  wait  for  Thee,  O  Lord!  498 

I  was  once  far  away  from  the 382 

I  will  lift  up  mine  eyes  (Chant)  539 

I  will  praise  the  Lord  my., 460 

I  will  sing  of  my  Redeemer^ 577 

I  will  sing  the  wondrous 406 

I  will  sing  you  a  song  of  that 15 

I'll  Thee  exalt,  my  God,  O  King 556 

I'm  a  pilgrim,  and  I'm  a 105 

If  never  the  gaze  of  the  sun 133 

Im  my  Fatker's  house  there  is 154 

In  some  way  or  other,  the  Lord 7 

In  the  Christian's  home  in  ., 673 

In  the  cross  of  Christ  1... 698 

In  the  harvest-field  there  is  328 

In  the  heavenly  pastures  fair 483 

In  the  hour  when  guilt  assails...., 469 

In  the  land  of  strangers 337 

In  the  secret  of  His  presence 363 

la  the  shadow  of  His  wings 306 

In  the  silent  midnight  watches 93 

In  Thy  cleft,  O  Rock  of  Ages 230 

In  Thy  great  loving-kindness 558 

In  times  of  sorrow,  God  is  near 493 

In  Zion's  Rock  abiding 84 

Is  Jesus  able  to  redeem? 131 

la  thy  cruse  of  comfort  failing 515 

It's  abonnie,  bonnie  warP  258 

It  ia  finished;  what  a  Gospel! 452 

It  may  be  at  morn,  when  the ,,..  651 

It  passeth  knowledge,  that 632 

I've  found  a  Friend;  oh,  such 584 

I've  found  a  friend  in  Jesus 367 


NO. 

I've  found  a  joy  in  sorrow 7© 

I've  found  the  pearl  of  greatest 176 

I've  learned  to  sing  a  glad  new 417 

I've  reached  the  land  of  corn 603 

Jerusalem,  my  happy  home 380 

Jesus,  and  shall  it  ever  be 704 

Jesus  bids  us  shine  with  a 386 

Jeaus  Christ  is  passing  by 620 

Jesus,  gracious  One,  calloth 122 

Jesus  hail,  enthroned  in  glory 701 

Jesus,  I  come  to  Thee  for  light 424 

Jesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken 263 

Jesus,  I  will  trust  Thee„ 202 

Jesus  is  cominj^,  sing  the 234 

Jesus  ia  tenderly  cafling  thee 308 

Jesus,  keep  me  near  the  cross , 598 

Jesua  knows  thy  sorrow .565 

Jesus,  Lover  of  my  soul 721,  727 

Jesus  loves  me,  and  I  know  I 18 

Jesus  loves  me,  this  I  know 724 

Jesus,  my  Lord,  to  Thee  I 226,  335 

Jesus,  my  Saviour,  to,,.. 280 

Jesua  of  Nazareth!  O  what 463 

Jesus  only,  when  the  morning 697 

Jesua  saves!  O  blessed  story 421 

Jesus,  Saviour,  pilot  m^! 366 

Jesus  shall  reign 64,  624 

Jesus,  the  very  thought 36S 

Jesus,  Thou  Refuge  of  the  soul 492 

Jesus,  Thy  name  I  love 307 

Jeaus  wept!  those  tears  are 702 

Joy  to  the  world 126,  606 

Just  as  I  am,  without  one 6d2 


Knocking,  knocking,  who „ 6|t 


Laborers  of  Christ,  arise 

Lead,  kindly  Ligrft,  amid 

Lead  to  the  shadow  of  the ,.... 

Let  us  gather  up  the  sunbeams.. 

Let  us  sing  of  the  love  of  the 

Lift  up,  lift  up  thy  voice  with  .... 

Light  after  darkness 

Light  in  the  darkness,  sailor 

Like  wandering  sheep  o'er 

Long  in  darkness  we  have 

Look  away  to  Jesus 

Look  unto  Me,  and  be  ye 

Look  up!  look  ud!  ye  weary 

Look,  ye  saints,  the  sight  is, 

Lord,  at  Thy  mercy-seat 

Lord,  bless  and  pity  us 

Lord,  dismiss  ua  with  Thy 

Lord,  I  care  not  for  riches , 

Lord,  I  hear  of  showers  of 

Lord  Jesus,  I  long  to  be , 


I 

;!i 

,.  /  86 
.311 
.103 


121 
80 
343 
476 
619 
616 
691 
732 
209 


INDEX. 


155 


NO. 

lord,  my  trust  I  repose  in  Thee 242 

•■ol  the  day  of  God  is  breaking 69 

Low  in  the  grave  He  lay 323 

M 

Majestic  sweetness  sits  679 

Man  of  Sorrows!  what  a  name 645 

Master,  the  tempest  is  raging 261 

Meet  me  there!  Oh,  meet  289 

Mine!  what  rays  of  glory 157 

More  holiness  give  me .' 594 

More  love  to  Thee,  O  Christ 61 

More  of  Jesus,  more  of 490 

Must  I  go, land  empty-handed   174 

Must  Jesus  bear  the  cross 112 

My  country,  'tis  of  thee '. 738 

My  days  are  gliding  swiftly  by 665 

My  faith  looks  up  to  Thee  718 

My  Father  is  rich  in  houses 302 

My  God  and  Father  while  1 229 

My  God,  I  have  found 726 

My  heart,  that  was  heavy,  and 58 

My  heavenly  home  is  bright 484 

My  hope  is  built  on  nothing 654 

My  Jesus,  as  Thou  wilt 372 

My  Jesus,  I  love  Thee 586 

My  latest  sun  is  sinking  fast 97 

My  life  flow<!'  ;n  in  endless , 244 

My  Saviour's  praises  I  will  sing 268 

My  sin  is  grea^,  my  strength  is 175 

My  song  shall  be  of  Jesus  65 

My  soul  at  last  a  rest  hath 420 

My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard , 676 

My  soul  is  happy  all  day  long* 223 

N 

Nearer,  my  God  to  Thee 719 

Nearer  the  cross!  my  heart  320 

Neither  do  I  condemn  thee 551 

Never  shone  a  light  so  fair 432 

No  works  of  law  have  we  to 239 

Not  all  the  blood  of  beasts 689 

Not  far  from  the  Kingdom 299 

Not  my  own,  but  saved  by 203 

Not  now,  but  in  the  coming 533 

Notjnow,  my  child     628 

Not  saved  are  we  by  trying    461 

Not  what  these  hands  have  243 

Nothing  but  leaves,  the 641 

Nothing  either  great  or  small 159 

Now  just  a  word  for  Jesus  77 

Now  the  day  is  over  , , 362 

o 

O,  bliss  of  the  purified 34 

O  brethren,  rise  and  sing 433 

O  brother,  life's  journey 312 

O  cease,  my  wand'ring  soul  376 

O  child  of  God,  wait  patiently 275 

O  Christ,  in  Thee  my  soul  hath  196 

O  Christ,  what  burdens  bowed 39 


NO. 

O  Christian  traveler,  fear  no 390 

O  come  to  the  merciful  Saviour 509 

O  come  to  the  Saviour 465 

O,  come  to  the  Saviour,  believe  55 

O  crown  of  rejoicing 91 

O  daughter,  take  good  heed 542 

O  day  of  rest  and  gladness.,.. 531 

O,  do  not  let  the  Word  depari 65€ 

O  for  a  faith  that  will  not 707 

O  for  a  heart  to  praise  my  God 735 

O  for  a  thousand  tongues  to 730 

O,  for  th«  peace  that  floweth  as 76 

O  God,  our  help  in  ages  313 

O  golden  day,  O  day  of  God  405 

O  happy  day,  that  fix'd  my 543 

O  hear  my  cry,  be  gracious    339 

O  hear  the  joyful  message 548 

O  Holy  Spirit,  come 687 

O  how  happy  are  we 1.34 

O  I  am  so  happy  in  Jesus 147 

O  I  left  it  all  with  Jesus    206 

O  I  love  to  talk  with  Jesus 496 

O  land  of  rest,  for  thee  I  sigh  180 

O  land  of  the  blessed!  thy 319 

O  list  to  the  voice  of  the 287 

O  list  to  the  watchman  crying 547 

O  Lord,  my  soul  rejoiceth  in  507 

O  my  soul,  bless  thou  Jehovah 696 

O  praise  our  Lord,  where  rich 562 

O  praise  the  Lord  with  heart  318 

O  precious  word  that  Jesus 295 

O  safe  to  the  Eock  that  is   574 

O  Saviour,  precious  Saviour  211,  529 

O  soul  in  the  far-away  country 197 

O  soul,  tossed  on  the  billows 270 

O,  spirit,  o'erwhelmed  by  thy 88 

O,  tender  and  sweet  was  the 612 

O  tender  beseechings  of  Jesus 505 

O  thank  the  Lord,  the  Lord 553 

O,  the  bitter  pain  and  sorrew 149 

O  the  clanging  bells  of  Time! 603 

O,  think  of  the  home  over  tlieie 54 

O  thou  my  soul,  bless  God  the 555 

O,  to  be  nothing,  nothing   48 

O,  to  be  over  yonder 4(t,  266 

O  to  have  no  Christ,  no 348 

O  troubled  heart,  there  is  a  33r 

O,  turn  ye,  O,  turn  ye ir\ 

O  wand'ring  souls,  why  longer 435 

O  wand'ring  souls,  why  will. , 325 

O  weary  pilgrim,  lift  your  hea. 351 

O,  what  are  you  going  to  do  ..*. 106 

G,  what  a  Saviour,  that  He 132 

O  what  shall  I  do  to  be ..;,  262 

O  what  will  you  do  with  Jesu.s'r  373 

O. where  are  the  reapers 575 

O  who  is  this  that  cometh  322 

O  wonderful,  wonderful  Wora 345 

O  wonderful  words  af  the..' 276 

O  wondrous  Name,  by 310 

O  word  of  words  the  sweetest ^ 664 

O  worship  the  King .•. 442 

Once  again  the  Gospel  message.. 245 

Once  I  was  dead  m  sin  686 

Once  more,  my  soul,  thy 2:j} 


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INDEX. 


NO. 

Once  more  we  come,  God's 227 

On  Calvary's  brow  my  Saviour 355 

On  Jordan's  stormy  banks 179 

On  that  bright  and  golden 338 

On  the  Resurrection  morning 358 

One  day  the  Shepherd  passed 434 

One  more  day's  w^ork , 26 

One  offer  of  salvation 52 

One  sweetly  solemn  thought 102 

One  there  is  above  all  others 27 

Only  a  beam  of  sunshine     300 

Only  a  little  while 221 

Only  a  step  to  Jesus 66 

Only  an  Armor  Bearer 50 

Only  trusting  in  my  Saviour 153 

Only  waiting  till  the  shadows  256 

Onward.  Christian  soldiers 87,  365 

Onward!  Upward! 60 

Oiiward,  upward,  homeward!.... 269 

Our  lamps  are  trimmed  and 81 

Our  life  is  like  a  stormy  sea 347 

Oiar  Lord  is  now  rejected 611 

Our  Master  has  taken  His.. 161 

Our  Saviour  will  descend  again 426 

Our  way  IS  often  rugged   218 

Out  of  my  bondage,  sorrow,  and  .. 281 

Out  on  the  desert,  seeking 513 

Out  on  the  mountain,  sad  and 456 

Over  the  ocean  wave 172 

P 

Pass  along  the  invitation 489 

,  Praise  God,  from  whom  all , 2 

Pass  me  not,  O  gentle ,.  .585 

Praise  Him!  Praise  Him!  , 271 

Praise,  my  soul,  the  King  , 468 

Praise  the  Saviour,  ye  who 291 

Praise  ye  the  Lord,  for  it  is...... 205 

Pray,  brethren,  pray.. 501 

Preach  the  gospel,  sound  it 444 

Precious  promise  God  hath 36 

Precious  Saviour,  may  1  live 255 

Press  on,  press  on,  O 540 

Q 

Quiet,  Lord,  my  froward  heart 466 

R 

Redeemed!  redeemed!. 259 

Rejoice  and  be  glad 19 

Rejoice  in  the  Lord,  O  let  His 278 

Rejoice,  rejoice,  believer 352 

Rejoice!  ye  saints,  again , ,  431 

Rej«ice  with  me,  for  now  I'm 164 

Repeat  the  story  o'er  and  o'er 650 

Rescue  the  perishing , 592 

Return,  return,  O  wanderer 478 

Revive  thy  work,  O  Lord 571 

Ride  on!  ride  on  in  majesty 425 

Ring  the  bells  of  heaven 622 

Else,  glorious  Conqueror,  rise 717 


NO. 

Rise  up,  and  hasten 200 

Rock  of  Ages 21 

s' 

Sad  and  weary,  lone  and  dreary 224 

Safe  home,  safe  home  in  port , 354 

Safe  in  the  arms  of  Jesus  ,...> 6 

Safe  upon  the  heavenly  shore 482 

Salvation,  O  the  joyful  sound  694 

Save,  Jesus,  save!  706 

Saviour,  again  to  Thy  dear 412 

Saviour,  breathe  an  evening 168 

Saviour,  lead  me,  lest  I  stray  ,  477 

Saviour,  like  a  Shepherd 660 

Saviour,  more  than  life  to 593 

Saviour,  Thy  dying  love 591 

Saviour,  visit  Thy  plantation 700 

Say,  is  your  lamp  burning,  my, 217 

Say,  where  is  thy  refuge,  poor ,  185 

Search  me,  O  Lord  and  try 480 

Shall  we  gather  at  the  river? 669 

Shall  we  meet  beyond  the 108 

She  only  touched  the  hem , 657 

Shine  on,  O  star  of  beauty , 292 

Should  the  death-angel  knock 213 

Simply  trusting  every  day 581 

Sing  them  over  again  to  me , 579 

Sing  unto  the  Lord,  O  ye 497 

Sinners  Jesus  will  receive 331 

Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die 722 

Sin  no  more,  thy  soul  is  free... 447 

Sitting  by  the  gateway  of  a ,  389 

Sleep  on,  beloved,  sleep,  and 526 

Softly  and  tenderly  Jesus 324j 

So  let  our  lips  and  lives  express 625) 

Some  day,  we  say,  and  turn 4( 

Some  one  will  enter  the  pearly 30( 

Sometimes  a  light  surprises...,., 61' 

Sometimes  I  catch  sweet 39' 

Songs  of  gladness,  never  sad 

Sons  of  God,  beloved  in  Jesus  35i 

Soon  shall  we  see  the  glorious 64' 

Soon  will  come  the  settmg  sun 47^ 

Soul  of  mine,  in  earthly  temple 59( 

Souls  of  men.  why  will  ye 33j 

Sound,  sound  the  truth  abroad.... 71[ 

Sound  the  alarm!  let  the 2' 

Sound  the  high  praises 1< 

Sowing  in  the  morning "' 

Sowing  the  seed  by  the  daylight 

Speed  away,  speed  away , 

Spirit  of  truth,  O  let  me  know 

Standing  by  a  purpose  true 6p 

Stand  up!  stand  up  for  Jesus  .., 615 

Stay,  Thou  insulted  Spirit,  stay 728 

Stretch  forth  Thy  hand 332 

Sun  of  my  soul,  Thou  Saviour..... ..  ^74 

Sweet  hour  of  prayer 

Suffering  Saviour,  with  thorn f23 

T 

Take  may  life  and  let  it  be 124,/663 

Take  the  name  of  Jesus  with /   ^T 


INDEX. 


157 


NO. 

Take  Thou  my  hand,  and  lead 486 

Take  time  to  be  holy 448 

Tell  it  out  among  the 192 

Tell  me  the  Old,  Old  story 28 

Tempted  and  tried,  oh!  the 136 

Tenderly  the  Shepherd 89 

Ten  thousand  times  ten 155 

The  blood  has  always  precious 208 

The  call  of  God  is  sounding 538 

The  cross  it  standeth  fast 400 

The  gospel  bells  are  ringing 125 

The  gospel  of  Thy  grace 190 

The  gospel  trumpet's  sounding 148 

The  Great  Physician  now  is 629 

The  living  God  who  by  His 528 

The  Lord  bless  thee  and  keep 739 

The  Lord  keep  watch 523 

The  Lord  is  coming  by  and 449 

The  Lord's  my  Shepherd 678 

The  Lord's  ohr  Rock,  in  Him 321 

The  love  that  Jesus  had  for  me 215 

The  mistakes  of  my  life  ....;. lOO 

The  morning  light  is  breaking 616 

The  prize  is  set  before. us 165 

The  sands  of  time  are 67,  252 

The  Spirit  and  the  bride  say 409 

The  Spirit,  oh,  s-inner 29 

The  way  is  dark,  my  Father 188 

The  whole  world  was  lost  in 626 

The  word  of  God  is  given,.,   , 250 

Thee  will  I  love,  O  Lord..,« 559 

There  are.lonely  hearts  to 578 

There  is  a  calm  beyond  life's ..; 383 

There  is  a  fountain  filled 733 

There  is  a  gate  that  stands  ajar; 12 

There  is  a  green  hill  far  601 

There  is  a  land  of  pure 16,  146,  470 

There  is  a  land  which  lies  afar 349 

There  is  a  name  I  love 360 

There  is  a  paradise  of  rest 453 

There  is  a  stream,  whose ".*.". 384 

There  is  a  joy  ameag  the  angels 171 

There  is  life  for  a  look 635 

There  is  love,  true  love 240 

Thare  is  no  name  so  sweet  on 346 

There's  a  beautiful  land  on 655 

There's  a  land  that  is  fairer 110 

There's  a  royal  banner  given 381 

There's  a  Stranger  at  the  door 332 

There's  a  wideness  in 541 

There  shall  be  showers 315 

There  were  ninety  and  nine 570 

The?^  dreamed  not  of  danger , 115 

The'^'re  gathering  homeward 220 

Thi^,  Jesus,  Thine 120 

Thim,  most  gracious  Lord 62 

This  is  the  day  of  toil  • 170 

This  loving  Saviour ^  ^   10 

Thoudidst  leave  Thy  throne.... -.    98 

Thou,  my  everlasting  portion 599 

Though  your  sins  be  as  scarlet 549 

Thou  irt  coming^  O  my  Saviour 152 

Through  the  valley  of  the 113 

Throw  out  the  Life-line 441 

Till  He  comel  O  let  the 265,  364 


NO. 

*Tia  a  goodly  pleasant  land 114 

'Tis  a  true  and  faithful  saying 427 

'Tis  known  on  earth,  in  heaven 249 

'Tis  midnight;  and  on  Olive's 474 

'Tis  only  a  little  way  on  to  my 459 

'Tis  the  blessed  hour  of  596 

'Tis  the  hallowed  hour  of. 521 

'Tis  the  promise  of  God,  full 5 

To-day  the  Saviour  calls 630 

To  Him  who  for  our  sins  was 251 

To  the  hall  of  the  feast  came   44 

To  the  work!  to  the  work  576 

To  Thee  I  lift  my  soul,  O  Lord ^.  563 

Trav'ling  to  the  better  land  237,  458 

Troubled  heart,  thy  God  is    506 

True-hearted,  whole-hearted 518 

Trusting  in  the  Lord  thy  God  214 

Trust  on,  trust  oUj  believer  212 

Turn  thee,  O  lost  one,  care    479 

'Twill  not  be  long  our  journey 243 

w 

Wait,  my  soul,  upon  the  Lord 736 

Wand'ring  afar  from  the  dwellings  8 

Watchman,  tell  me   95 

We  are  children  of  a  King 235 

We  are  coming  home  to  Jesus 503 

We  are  waiting  by  the  river , 699 

Weary  gleaner  in  the  field  , 296 

Weary  gleaner,  whence  comest 24 

We  bow  our  knees  unto  the  395 

We  have  felt  the  love  of 472 

We  have  heard  the  joyful  284 

We  lift  our  songs  to  Thee   297 

We  praise  Thee  and  bless  Thee   228 

We  praise  Thee,  O  God!  20 

We  praise  Thee,  we  bless 451 

We  shall  meet  beyond  the  river 604 

We  shaJl  reach  the  summer 371 

We  shall  sleep,  but  not  94 

We  speak  of  the  land  of  the 160 

We  thank  Thee,  Lord,  for  this   4 

We  would  see  Jesus — for 500 

We're  going  home,  no  more  to 17 

We're  marching  to  Ca'naan 78 

We're  saved  by  the  blood  140 

We've  journeyed  many  a  day  123 

Well,  wife,  I've  found  the  model  408 

What  a  friend  we  have  in  Jesus  583 

What  can  wash  away  my  stain? 195 

What!  lay  my  sins  on  Jesus? 38 

What  means  this  eager,  anxious 9 

What  tho'  clouds  are  hovering 141 

What  various  hindrances  we 710 

When  God  the  way  of  life  455 

When  He  cometh,  wheh  He..,. 638 

When  I  shall  wake  in  that  fair  485 

When  I  survey  that  wondrous 491,  709 

When  Jesus  comes  to  reward  659 

When  morning  gilds  the  skies 537 

When  morning  lights  the 554 

When  my  final  farewell  to  the 116 

When  peace,  like  a  river „ 573 


158 


INDEX. 


NO. 

K^hen  the  King  in  His  beauty 231 

When  the  Lord  from  heaven 198 

"When  the  mists  have  rolled 411 

"When  the  storms  of  life  are 119 

When  we  gather  at  last  over.... 316 

When  we  get  home  from  our 182 

When  we  reach  our  Father's 173 

Where  is  my  wandering  boy 631 

Wherever  we  may  go,  by  night 286 

While  foes  are  stivong  and  92 

While  Jesus  whispers  to  you 410 

While  life  prolongs  its  precious   684 

While  shepherds  watched  693 

While  Thou,  O  my  God,  art 495 

While  we  pray  and  while  we 428 

Who  came  down  from  heaven 283 

Who  is  on  the  Lord's  side  236 

Whoever  receiveth  the 387 


NO. 

Whom  have  I  Lord,  in  heaven  142 

Whosoever  heareth,  shout 618 

Why  do  you  linger,  why 419 

Why  do  you  wait,  dear  brother  130 

With  harps  and  with  viols  33 

With  His  dear  and  loving  care 204-. 

Work,  for  the  night  is  coming 14 

Work,  for  time  is  flying  ,.: 535 

Would  you  lose  your  load  of >45 

Would  we  be  joyful  in  the 667 


Yes,  we'll  meet  again  in 437 

Yet  there  is  room!    642 

Yield  not  to  temptation 582 

You're  starting,  my  boy.  on 401 

Young  men  in  Christ  the  Lord 502 


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